Administration Officer – Community+ Legal (Multiple Roles Available)

Introduction:
Description:

• Two Administration officer roles available at commUnity+ Legal - 1 x Full-time, Ongoing position and 1 x Part-time, Fixed term (12 months, parental leave cover) position
• Opportunity to gain exposure working with a legal team, in a dynamic multidisciplinary organisation
• Salary packaging benefits on offer

Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd (operating as commUnity+) is a multidisciplinary community organisation that has provided services across Melbourne’s greater north and west regions for more than 40 years. We engage with communities rich in cultural diversity and are committed to empowering those who need help the most by unlocking pathways to learning connection, work and justice.

We enable positive change and growth for people through a range of prevention and early intervention programs including Community Education, Family Services, Legal Services (through commUnity+ Legal), Neighbourhood House and community engagement and development activities.

We partner with government agencies and community, corporate and philanthropic organisations to enhance our service delivery and increase access to our services for our community.

About the Position

The Administration Officer is part of the legal administration team and is responsible for delivering high quality customer service, office coordination and managing client appointments for commUnity+ Legal, a program of CommUnity+. Reporting to the Senior Administration Coordinator, this position provides customer service and administrative support to ensure the program delivers quality services and meets all compliance requirements. The role will also ensure that appointments are made for clients in a timely manner, and that all information provided to clients is accurate.

These positions are an onsite roles primarily based at the commUnity+ St Albans office, however the role may require attendance at other locations from time to time. The ongoing position is a full-time (38 hours per week) role and the part-time fixed term role is a parental leave cover position for a fixed term of 12 months, averaging 22.8 hours (3 days) per week.

Key Selection Criteria

Certificate III or higher qualification in a relevant discipline or studying towards a Bachelor of Law, Juris Doctor with relevant experience working in a legal context
Demostrated ability to verbally communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including staff, other professionals, a range of stakeholders and community members
Time management and organisational skills to perform diverse customer service and administrative duties with the ability to prioritise and plan work to meet timelines
Ability to provide a high standard of customer service to members of the community, clients, internal and external stakeholders, and other agencies.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team and to apply initiative in solving problems with minimal supervision
Strong computer literacy with Microsoft software e.g. Word, Outlook, Publisher, Power-Point, Microsoft Team, Access & Excel to create own correspondence and documents, and experience using online meeting platforms such as Zoom.
High level of professionalism, commitment, and interest in working with individuals from diverse and disadvantaged communities on social justice issues.

Additionally, experience in office administration particularly in a community legal centre context and experience working with the Actionstep Legal practice platform would be advantageous for this role.

Students who are engaged in law/legal or related studies are welcome to apply for the part-time fixed term role, however must have office administration experience and be able to commit to fixed workdays for a minimum 6-month period.

What we offer:
Salary packaging benefits up to $18550
40% off your membership at Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre (BAWC)
Opportunity to further develop your skills
supportive team committed to delivering a high standard of service

commUnity+ is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm. Applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and Police check or the ability to obtain the same.

To apply online, simply click on the Apply button.

Alternatively, you can forward your application via email to: jobs@comm-unityplus.org.au, using the subject line: Administration Officer – commUnity+ Legal

Applications must include a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria and key accountabilities, and a current resume.

When submitting your application, kindly state in your cover letter whether you are applying for the full-time role, the part-time role, or if you would like to be considered for both opportunities.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here: Administration Officer – commUnity+ Legal

Alternatively, please copy the link below to your web https://communityplus.elmotalent.com.au/uploads/communityplus/files/2026-01-09%20%20PD%20Administration%20Officer%20commUnity%2B%20Legal%20FINAL.pdf

Applications close on Thursday 29 January 2026.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Angela Callard- Senior Administration Coordinator at acallard@comm-unityplus.org.au or call on (03) 8592 9077.

community+ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.