Do you want a fast-paced career in a top tier law firm?

Are you a motivated team player?

Do you want to expand your office and secretarial skills through great training?

If so, consider becoming a trainee legal secretary at leading Asia Pacific law firm Minter Ellison. We offer a trainee legal secretary program which is a great starting point in your legal career and ensures well-rounded training in all aspects of the firm's operations.

As trainees you are rotated through a number of our major legal divisions ensuring exposure to the firm. You can expect to receive ongoing training and support throughout the program, including one-on-one coaching with a mentor - a senior secretary who provides guidance and support.

If you wish to apply for a position in the Melbourne program, please click on the 'Apply' button below. Your application should include:

•  a one-page covering letter stating the position you are applying for and summarising why you are suitable for the role; and

•  a resume with copies of certificates detailing both your secondary and tertiary results (including completion dates, if applicable) and the names, titles and telephone numbers of two referees.

To find out more please go to http://www.minterellison.com and follow the prompts under Careers > Legal Support > Trainee Legal Secretary Program for a copy of the complete information brochure.  For further information please contact Nicole Rowe on +613 8608 2878.

Applications close Sunday, 22 November 2009.

Minter Ellison is one of the largest full-service law firms in the Asia Pacific region. With more than 260 partners and 900 legal staff located throughout Australia and in Hong Kong, The People's Republic of China, Indonesia, New Zealand and the UK, the firm supports leading industry and government clients, delivering practical, commercial solutions and helping clients achieve successful business outcomes.

Minter Ellison's culture is underpinned by strong organisational values that drive the way the firm's people relate to one another, how they work with clients and how they add value to their community. Minter Ellison is the first - and currently the only - law firm to participate in Australia's Corporate Responsibility Index.

Please note that applications from agencies will not be considered at this time. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.