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Leadership opportunity within a respected legal environment
Hands-on role combining legal administration and team leadership
Full-time or part-time hours considered

About the role
Oversee a collaborative administration team while remaining hands-on in the delivery of high-quality legal administrative support across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal administrator ready to step into leadership, or an established team leader seeking a new challenge within a professional services environment.
Work closely with internal stakeholders across the firm to coordinate workflows, support process improvements, assist with complex administrative matters, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the team. You’ll enjoy balancing people leadership with operational delivery in a varied and fast-paced role.

Benefits

• Discounted health insurance
• Annual wellbeing allowance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Office social activities throughout the year
• Plus much more!!

Duties

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of legal administrators and front office staff
• Manage workflows, resource allocation, and team coordination across the administration function
• Provide hands-on legal administration support including documentation, correspondence, and client matter management
• Oversee inboxes, workflow systems, and service delivery standards
• Assist with AML and client onboarding processes
• Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to operational efficiencies
• Liaise with Partners and senior stakeholders to ensure support requirements are met

Skills & experience

• Proven experience within legal administration is essential
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Advanced MS Office skills and confidence learning new systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, proactive, and collaborative approach to work

About the company/Culture
Join a highly regarded organisation that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. You’ll work alongside a supportive team in an environment that encourages initiative, teamwork, and high-quality client service.

How to apply
To apply for this role or find out more, please visit our website at www.h2r.co.nz and refer to reference number 1044527. For further information please contact Kristen Burkett on 09 368 7300.  All applications will be acknowledged by email.