Lawset Administrator

  • Christchurch
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 9 days ago
Established in October 2024, with the goal of becoming a premier association of law firms in New Zealand, Lawset is a collective of seven respected law firms from across Aotearoa New Zealand, representing over 800 legal professionals.United by shared values of innovation, excellence, and collaboration, Lawset is designed to support its members in delivering outstanding legal services while driving progressive, future focused change across the profession.With access to expert resources, increased buying power, networking and professional development opportunities, Lawset's members benefit from being part of a powerful and collaborative collective while remaining true to their own firm's vision and values.The Role:The Chair of Lawset, and Managing Partner of Saunders Robinson Brown, is leading the recruitment for this newly established role.The Lawset Administrator will:
  • Act as the first point of contact for Lawset member firms.
  • Manage the establishment and day-to-day operation of the Lawset virtual office.
  • Act as Board secretary and undertake all delegated tasks.
  • Optimise membership benefits through building engagement and maintaining proactive communication.
  • Deliver networking opportunities between member firms (including annual conferences and events).
  • Support the establishment, and ongoing monitoring, of supplier agreements.
This is a parttime role between 0.4 - 0.5 FTE. The workload will be variable with the mid-year and October conferences demanding more time. However, this can be offset with time in lieu and flexible leave around key dates.Skills and Experience:As the successful candidate you will be experienced in providing an excellent standard of executive and administrative support, preferably in a professional services environment at a senior level.A motivated self-starter, you will be able to work independently, using your initiative to anticipate the needs of the Chair and Board.Highly organised, with a keen eye for detail, you will undertake all delegated tasks with confidence, delivering timely, quality outcomes.An effective communicator, with exceptional interpersonal skills, you will understand the importance of regular and relevant communication, actively engaging with member firms to foster a positive, collegial environment.In addition, you will have:
  • A relevant tertiary qualification.
  • Advanced office technology skills, including the Microsoft suite, on-line banking and website management.
  • Sound business administration skills able to implement robust operating processes, systems, benchmarking and reporting.
  • Experience planning and coordinating events and other networking and professional development opportunities
  • An ability (and capacity) to work under pressure when required.
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