APS3 Legal Support Officer
APS3 Legal Support Officer
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Job Description
Job Description
Position Title: APS3 Legal Support Officer
Employment Type: Approximate 6-month contract with potential for extension
Location: Sydney NSW
Hourly Pay Rate: $43.26 per hour plus 12% superannuation
Security Clearance/Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance
Working Arrangements: Full-time onsite
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive APS3 Legal Support Officer to join a well-regarded Commonwealth agency committed to delivering high-quality ethical and effective criminal prosecution services.
In this role you will play a key part in supporting legal practice groups by providing a broad range of administrative and litigation support services. You will be working in a dynamic fast-paced environment alongside a team of professionals passionate about upholding the integrity of Australias legal system.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide general administrative support including file creation and management photocopying data entry and document preparation.
Prepare and manage legal documents such as summons subpoenas and correspondence using templates.
Coordinate witnesses and arrange travel interpreters and court-related logistics.
Prepare court materials lodge legal documentation and conduct basic legal research.
Liaise with internal stakeholders (prosecutors and legal teams) and external contacts such as courts and counsel.
Use legal systems and digital litigation tools to assist in managing complex cases.
Prioritise workloads and manage tasks to meet deadlines.
Contribute to a collaborative supportive and inclusive team culture.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience providing legal or administrative support ideally within a government or legal environment.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to apply judgment within established guidelines and procedures.
Comfortable working under general direction in a dynamic environment.
Positive flexible and collaborative team player.
ELIGIBILITY
Australian citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.
Apply now or contact Angel Malkovichon for a confidential discussion.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for this role will close on Tuesday 8th July 2025.If your application is received after this date well be happy to keep your CV on file for similar opportunities that may come up. We encourage you to apply even if the closing date has passed.
SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people with disabilities women people with family responsibilities people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
