Document Automation Specialist - Entry Level

Location: Brisbane, 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

The Role

We are currently seeking a recent graduate to join our Automation and Client Solutions (ACS) team as an Document Automation Specialist where you will have the opportunity to learn/develop your coding language skills. Our team is dedicated to developing and implementing automation solutions for high-volume transactions while fostering a positive and supportive team environment that encourages growth, innovation, and exceptional client service. It is not anticipated that interaction with clients will be required. This full-time permanent opportunity is open to the Brisbane or Melbourne office with hybrid working arrangements available.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and implement document automation solutions: As a specialist in document automation, you will be responsible for developing and implementing document automation solutions for your organisation. This will involve using specialized software to create document templates and developing custom scripts to automate document generation.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with with various stakeholders in your organisation, such as Legal SME's, Document Champions, Process Automation Team and the Process Transition Team, to ensure that the automated document creation and management processes meet the needs of the organisation, and communicating updates and changes as needed.
• Document Development: Production and maintenance of correspondence, clause library content, internal and external forms and documentation in Word, ensuring the style and formatting of all documentation conforms to the firm's standards.
• Support: Providing support to stakeholders including post implementation support as required.
• Testing: Provide document testing and code validation before release to SME or Document Champion.

More About You

We welcome applications from candidates who possess:

• Proficient word processing skill set including formatting and styles in Microsoft Word 365
• Experience in automation/coding platforms including logic reasoning
• Tertiary Qualifications utilising coding principles or similar
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Some understanding of document structure with the ability to apply a predefined style guide
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively
• Ability to work well as a team member
• Willingness to learn and use document automation software
• Basic analytical skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow

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].