Legal Support Officer (Mullumbimby)

Byron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate.

Byron Shire Council has a high performance, team-oriented culture and we value our employees.

As an employee you would partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable council.

We provide a rewarding and flexible working environment and celebrate our values of:

- We lead with enthusiasm and purpose
- We are open, honest and respectful
- We foster well-being and creativity
- We achieve our goals and succeed together

**If you are looking for an exciting **opportunity then this may be the role for you. We have passion and enthusiasm and are looking for like-minded people to join us on our journey.**: **We are looking for**: Byron Shire Council is currently seeking a Legal Support Officer. This role is a great opportunity to provide administrative support to the Legal Services Team; and provide high level customer service to both internal and external customers.

**About you**:

- Certificate IV in Business Administration or Associate Degree in paralegal Studies, or similar discipline or equivalent demonstrated experience.
- Extensive experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, administrator or law clerk.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and legal privilege.

**We offer**:

- A permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,155.40 to $1,338.70 per 35 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience)

Other benefits include:

- Annual salary reviews and identified salary increases for financial years 2025/2026 based on award conditions
- 11.5% superannuation
- Access to Long Service Leave from 5 years service
- Education and training support
- Flexible work hours
- Attractive salary packaging scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
- Fitness Passport
- Health and Wellbeing days

**Location**: This position is based at Mullumbimby, however Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

**Contact**: 19/09- 01/10: Matt Meir, Legal Counsel, Phone: (02) 6626 7321

01/10- 06/10: Claire Todd-Miller, P&C; Business Partner: (02) 6626 7094

**Closing date**: 10pm (NSW time), Sunday 6th October.

**Position Description**: We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working
- including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.

**Pre-Employment Screening Process**: Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r07y3