National Legal Support Manager
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of legal support at one of New Zealands premier law firms Were seeking an inspirational National Legal Support Manager to oversee our talented Legal Administrators and Document Production Specialists across our Auckland Wellington and Christchurch offices.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Legal Support & Services Manager youll champion a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. This pivotal role puts you at the forefront of process innovation - leveraging AI and automation refining national standards and delivering seamless top-tier support to our legal teams. Youll lead develop and inspire a diverse team ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of legal support services.
What Youll Do:
- Lead develop and motivate a team of around 30 people
- Own and deliver national standards training and best practice guidelines
- Oversee talent management initiatives across recruitment development and succession planning
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies across three offices
- Bring innovative solutions - especially in AI and automation - to life
What Youll Bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualification and 5 years leadership experience ideally in a professional services environment
- Proven track record in large team leadership
- Experience driving process improvement and efficiencies ideally utilising AI
- Exceptional communication stakeholder management and organisational skills
- A proactive collaborative and positive inspirational approach
Working for Chapman Tripp:
- Inclusive welcoming culture and supportive leadership
- Ongoing learning and development
- Competitive salary and benefits package including annual wellbeing allowance
- Groups and activities to suit your interests: arts & culture sports regular team and firm events for connection
We are a collaborative workplace of smart passionate and hardworking people united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealands 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.
Ready to lead the way
Apply online today. For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Sam Moodley Talent Acquisition Specialist at or.
(Please note our offices are closed from 24/12 to 12/01 so your application will be reviewed but may not be responded to until after the 12th.)
Required Experience:
Manager
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About Company
Chapman Tripp is at the forefront of law in New Zealand with expert lawyers who provide innovative, strategic and commercial legal advice. With a diverse range of insights and perspectives, we support our clients' businesses to succeed across the full spectrum of industry, commerce an ... View more
