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Legal Administrator

Waitematā, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

An awesome opportunity to expand your experience in the world of litigation in a top tier legal firm! We are looking for a fixed-term Legal Administrator to support within our Auckland Litigation team, covering for appro…

Skills: Calendar Management, Email Management, Meeting Management, Client Onboarding, AML Process

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Legal Administrator

Chapman Tripp

Waitematā, Auckland, New Zealand • On-site

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  • Full-time, Temporary
  • Supportive Leadership, Inclusive Culture, Ongoing Learning And Development, Perks And Benefits
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide professional administrative support including calendar, email, and meeting management for the litigation team. Manage client onboarding, AML processes, billing, and the production of high-standard legal documents.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous experience in legal support or a professional PA/administrative role. Strong interpersonal skills, IT proficiency, and a proactive approach to client service are required.

Full job description

An awesome opportunity to expand your experience in the world of litigation in a top tier legal firm!

We are looking for a fixed-term Legal Administrator to support within our Auckland Litigation team, covering for approximately 12 months. This role will keep you busy with a varied and interesting workload while working within a social and supportive environment.

Experience in a legal environment would be beneficial but is not essential. We would love to receive applications from candidates with a strong professional services administrative or PA background.

The role will include:

  • Providing proactive and professional support including calendar, email and meeting management
  • Administering the onboarding of new clients and opening of matters inc supporting the AML process
  • Leading the billing, matter management, client reporting and debtor management processes.
  • Producing legal and correspondence documents to a high standard within specified time-frames
  • Facilitating Chapman Tripp's client relationships and business development through the use of InterAction, Aderant and other tools/systems
  • Working collaboratively within the team and across Chapman Tripp

You will bring:

  • Previous experience in a legal support or PA/Admin support role
  • Strong client service focus
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Organisation and time-management skills
  • IT savvy and adaptable nature
  • Pro-active forward-thinking approach



What we offer:

  • Supportive leadership and team
  • Inclusive and welcoming culture
  • Ongoing learning and development
  • Great perks and benefits

We are a collaborative workplace of smart, passionate and hardworking people, united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest legal partnership and enjoy a firm which has the resources and structures in place for you to do your best work; as well as people who are caring, inclusive and authentic.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Sam Moodley, Talent Acquisition Specialist on [email protected] or 09 357 9014.

(Please note only applications from candidates already in NZ, with valid long-term work rights in place can be considered.)

Related keywords

LitigationLegal AdministrationAML ProcessInterActionAderantProfessional ServicesMatter ManagementDebtor ManagementLegal SupportClient RelationshipsBusiness Development

About Chapman Tripp

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Seeking out the best legal and commercial outcomes in a world where constant change delivers disruption and opportunity.

Industry
Law Practice
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1875
Headquarters
Auckland
LinkedIn followers
14,393

We relish our position and reputation as an innovative and leading law firm. In a market crowded by legal tradition, we choose to look to the future. We embrace technology and see it as a tool to better serve our clients, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of legal know-how. We are not content to stand still – we never stop learning and improving. Being the firm that leads allows us to constantly challenge ourselves to deliver more value and high-quality legal work. It also enables us to work on the largest, most complex and high-value transactions, projects and disputes in New Zealand. Not only do we work with our clients to help them succeed, but we are at the forefront of regulatory change, using our knowledge and expertise to shape a better future for all New Zealand. Our people are our greatest asset and we actively promote fairness and equality of opportunity from career development, flexible working and investing in learning and development. Supporting our people to be the best they can be is one of our core values. It is important to us that our people can be their authentic selves and thrive, both inside and outside of work. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and fostering a culture of wellbeing. We have a truly national presence, with more than 50 partners and more than 400 staff across the firm’s offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Offices: Level 34, PwC Tower, 15 Customs Street West, PO Box 2206, Auckland, 1140, NZ · 10 Customhouse Quay, PO Box 993, Wellington, 6011, NZ · Level 5 60 Cashel Street, PO Box 2510, Christchurch, 8140, NZ

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About Chapman Tripp

LinkedInVisit site

Seeking out the best legal and commercial outcomes in a world where constant change delivers disruption and opportunity.

Industry
Law Practice
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1875
Headquarters
Auckland
LinkedIn followers
14,393

We relish our position and reputation as an innovative and leading law firm. In a market crowded by legal tradition, we choose to look to the future. We embrace technology and see it as a tool to better serve our clients, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of legal know-how. We are not content to stand still – we never stop learning and improving. Being the firm that leads allows us to constantly challenge ourselves to deliver more value and high-quality legal work. It also enables us to work on the largest, most complex and high-value transactions, projects and disputes in New Zealand. Not only do we work with our clients to help them succeed, but we are at the forefront of regulatory change, using our knowledge and expertise to shape a better future for all New Zealand. Our people are our greatest asset and we actively promote fairness and equality of opportunity from career development, flexible working and investing in learning and development. Supporting our people to be the best they can be is one of our core values. It is important to us that our people can be their authentic selves and thrive, both inside and outside of work. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and fostering a culture of wellbeing. We have a truly national presence, with more than 50 partners and more than 400 staff across the firm’s offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Offices: Level 34, PwC Tower, 15 Customs Street West, PO Box 2206, Auckland, 1140, NZ · 10 Customhouse Quay, PO Box 993, Wellington, 6011, NZ · Level 5 60 Cashel Street, PO Box 2510, Christchurch, 8140, NZ

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