Sutherland Shire Council

Legal Administration Officer

Join Our Legal Services Team!

• Join a dynamic in-house legal team within the Corporate division.
• Contribute to the efficient management of legal risks associated with Council's services.
• Enhance your administrative skills while supporting legal professionals in diverse practise areas.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to achieving strategic outcomes for our community and stakeholders through transparent, ethical decision-making. Our team is focused on continuous improvement and sustainability in delivering legal services.

As a part of our Corporate division, you will be integral in shaping the legal framework that supports our operations, ensuring compliance and effective risk management.

About The Role

The Legal Administration Officer plays a vital role in providing comprehensive administrative support to the in-house legal practise, particularly in the areas of planning, litigation, property, and legal advisory services. You will be responsible for facilitating communication between internal staff and external parties, managing legal documentation, and ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information.

This position requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks efficiently while adhering to strict deadlines. Your contributions will be essential in maintaining the seamless operation of our legal services.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised professional with a strong background in legal administration, particularly legal or related. The successful candidate will possess:

• Practical administration experience in a local government context.  Experience in legal administration including planning, local government, environmental law, criminal law, conveyancing, litigation and contracts would be desirable.
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to foster strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Your ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to our team will be key to your success in this role.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 23rd February 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing date.
• Package: $67,752 - $75,656 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Temporary Full-Time 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month with flex-time arrangement. Position is expected to be available for up to 12 months.  
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Adam Markham amarkham@ssc.nsw.gov.au Principal Lawyer, for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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