Business Services Assistant

Location: Melbourne 

Contract Type: Permanent 

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities.  That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration.  Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach.  Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.  

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/Employee-Benefits-Brochure-2023.ashx

Your Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Business Services Assistant to join our team.  This role is a part time position (Thursday and Friday) and would be a valuable opportunity to gain experience in the legal industry.  We are looking for someone with excellent attention to detail, ability to multi task and to work in a team environment.

Your duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for a broad range of duties within the Business Centre such as:  

• Printing, photocopying, scanning and document finishing (e.g. binding, laminating etc.)
• Sorting, delivery, collection and distribution of mail, incoming and outgoing couriers
• Purchase, stocktake and maintenance of all stationery, mail and courier consumables
• Administrative support such as processing supplier invoices and recharging costs to the matter(s)
• Assist in maintaining printer fleet and escalating issues when required
• Ensure stationery stock levels is well maintained
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and practices to enhance the service offering
• Work closely with other team members to ensure a seamless operation
• Other ad hoc duties as required.

We welcome applicants who have

• At least one year experience in a similar role in a professional environment
• Strong customer service experience and focus
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise with people at all levels
• Solutions-focussed and confident to use initiative to make decisions
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Self-motivation with the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
• An ability and willingness to undertake physical and mobile work
• First Aid Certificate and/or Fire Warden experience is desirable.

To be successful in this role you must have a high level of initiative, attention to detail, energy and enthusiasm. Ideally, you will also have experience working in a fast paced, ever changing environment.

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected].