Receptionist / Admin Assistant

DBL Solicitors; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free undercover parking

Birthday leave

Superannuation

Job summary

DBL Solicitors in Brisbane is seeking a motivated Receptionist/Admin Assistant to join the friendly team. The role blends front-desk duties with legal admin tasks and offers development opportunities for growth.

You will be the first point of contact for clients, manage calls and general admin, create and close files in the practice management system, and support solicitors and paralegals with a range of tasks in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in busy periods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Sound typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of Open Practice and Lawdocs preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services is valued.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for DBL clients at reception.
• Administrative tasks such as answering incoming phone calls, receipting, mail, photocopying, stationery orders, filing.
• Creating and closing files in the practice management system.
• Managing safe custody documents.
• Liaising with clients, agents, law firms, banks and brokers.
• Assisting Solicitors and Paralegals with administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Typing proficiency

Tools

Open Practice

Lawdocs

Microsoft Word

Job description

An outstanding opportunity exists for a motivated and enthusiastic Receptionist / Admin Assistant to join the dynamic team at DBL Solicitors. The role offers an exceptional development opportunity supporting career growth and personal development and will include some legal assistance tasks in addition to a traditional receptionist role.

Key responsibilities

• First point of contact for DBL clients at reception
• Administrative tasks such as answering incoming phone calls, receipting, mail, photocopying, stationery orders, filing
• Creating and closing files in the practice management system
• Managing safe custody documents
• Liaising with clients, agents, law firms, banks and brokers
• Assisting Solicitors and Paralegals with administrative tasks

About you

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately during busy periods
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Sound typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Knowledge of Open Practice and Lawdocs (preferred but not essential)
• Prior experience in a law firm or professional services will be highly regarded
• Highly motivated and creative individual who will embrace the opportunity to deliver exceptional client service
• Proactive person who can demonstrate a high degree of initiative, dedication and organisational ability
• Team based work environment with guidance of experienced Solicitors and support staff
• Friendly and supportive atmosphere
• A broad mix of legal assistance and administrative tasks
• Generous salary on offer relative to experience, plus super, plus additional day leave for birthday
• Free undercover parking

About us

DBL Solicitors is well known as a market leader with an established client base and excellent reputation.