Judges Personal Assistant Full-time Job

Judges Personal Assistant (Family Court Associates) at Auckland District Court

Are you an organized and efficient individual with excellent administrative and secretarial skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Judges Personal Assistant in Auckland District Court. In this role, you will provide administrative and secretarial support to District Court Judges and/or Family Court Associates, facilitating effective liaison and communication within the PA judicial support team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to District Court Judges, managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings/events.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical files, handling confidential and sensitive matters with discretion.
• Coordinate support services for visiting Judiciary and assist judges during court proceedings.
• Manage incoming communications, assist with ad-hoc support tasks, and pay attention to detail when typing/proofreading.

Skills and Experience

If your experience varies from the outlined qualifications but you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. Desired skills and experience include:

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or personal assistant.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems.
• Minimum word processing speed of seventy words per minute.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and adapt to changing priorities.

About Us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we are dedicated to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa. Judges Personal Assistants play a vital role in supporting District Court Judges and Family Court Associates, ensuring professionalism in all interactions and contributing to safer communities.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, including 4.4 weeks of holiday leave, flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, and access to various inclusive networks. Joining the Ministry of Justice provides you with the chance to develop your skills and career in a diverse and supportive environment.

Salary

The remuneration band for this role is $58,729 to $80,794, with the appointing salary likely between $66,173 to $68,654.

Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, click the Apply button below to access our Careers Website. Applications are open until 27 May, and successful candidates will be contacted for interviews before the closing date. For any inquiries, reach out to recruitment@justice.govt.nz. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates and send your resume and cover letter to recruitment@justice.govt.nz.