Legal Secretary

• Clerk Grade 1/2
• Ongoing, Full-Time
• Sydney CBD

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Legal Secretary to join our Tort & Compensation Team within the Office of the General Counsel.

In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative support to Unit Managers, Solicitors, and other members of the legal team. Working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient delivery of legal services and contributing to the successful management of complex and sensitive matters.

As the Legal Secretary, you will deliver comprehensive administrative support, including managing telephone and email enquiries, coordinating meetings, preparing correspondence, processing invoices, and maintaining effective filing and document management systems. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate, current, and confidential records within the Legal Services Database and RMS Records System, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and information management requirements.

The role also involves assisting with the preparation, processing, filing, and management of legal and court documents, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and collaborative legal team supporting important and complex matters. Your initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality administrative support will be highly valued, and you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Tort & Compensation Team.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Question (500 words) in the text box provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:
Please describe an experience where you were required to manage multiple demands/tasks at the same time with competing deadlines. What were the challenges and how did you approach the situation?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Georgina Munro via (02) 8263 6253 or 0491 947 457.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.