Legal Administrator – WA

Legal Administrator WA Location: Boorloo / Perth Term: Ongoing Job Type: Part‑time 30 hours per week (1-2 days in the office; can be worked over 5 days if desired) Remuneration: SCHADS Level 4: $% super 17.5% Annual Leave Loading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and members of the Global Majority are particularly encouraged to apply. Job title: Legal Administrator WA Reporting to: Managing Lawyer WA Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) is the largest environmental legal centre in the Australia Pacific dedicated to protecting our climate, communities and shared environment through access to justice, groundbreaking litigation and law reform advocacy. As the region’s legal experts we aim to be a brave unified and focused team committed to inclusion and excellence in all that we do. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace supporting a highly skilled, engaged, effective team where everyone can feel that they belong. The opportunity We are looking for a Legal Administrator to play a key role in supporting the Region WA team and contributing to the smooth running of our Boorloo / Perth office. This role involves coordinating day‑to‑day operations, providing vital support to our lawyers, and working collaboratively with colleagues across EDO to achieve meaningful outcomes for our team and the communities we serve. Candidate profile You are an experienced legal or administrative professional who thrives in a dynamic, purpose‑driven environment. You have a keen eye for detail, support lawyers to deliver meaningful outcomes, are highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced setting. You communicate clearly and professionally, liaising with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders with confidence and care. You will be passionate about contributing to EDO’s mission and excel working both independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive team and wider organisation. Key selection criteria Essential requirements Experience providing administrative support within a legal or professional services environment. Demonstrated ability to work productively and meet multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Strong oral and written communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with others. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy without sacrificing efficiency. Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications. Excellent organisational and administration skills. Substantive experience (desirable) Experience with legal file management systems. Experience in a community legal centre. Experience in Environmental Law, Human Rights Law or Native Title. Personal qualities and cultural competency A champion of the EDO values. Strong initiative and self‑motivation. Commitment to the protection of the environment and related human rights. A strong sense of ethics and understanding of professional obligations. Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of First Nations peoples and people from diverse cultural backgrounds, orientations and life stages. Thrives in a collaborative team‑based environment. Our culture and benefits We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. The chance to be part of the largest environmental legal practice in the Australia‑Pacific. A very flexible and family‑friendly workplace. While primarily office‑based some flexibility to work from home. 8 weeks paid parental leave regardless of gender or carer status. 10 days paid family and domestic violence leave per year. 3 days paid cultural leave per year. Extra leave over the Christmas period. Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Ongoing professional development opportunities. EDO proudly has a JEDI (Justice Equality Diversity Inclusion) Committee and a Mental Health Ambassador Committee and has developed a First Nations Program with the aid of indigenous‑led consultancies. Three affinity groups for Disability, Global Majority and LGBTQIA. Our values Commitment – We are committed to a united organisation, to each other, to collaboration, to justice, to our communities and to creating a world where nature thrives. Diversity – We are respectful of and welcome diversity of staff, volunteers, offices, environmental regions, communities, stakeholders. Integrity – We work effectively, efficiently, strategically, professionally and ethically; justice is in our nature. Vision – We lead change and environmental empowerment using innovation, creativity and courage. How to apply Click Apply above. To review the position description please see this link (link removed for sanitisation). Applications must include a CV and a letter that clearly addresses each of the selection criteria above. EDO particularly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Pacific Island people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and people who identify as LGBTQIA. Applications close on Sunday 16th November 2025. Other information All offers of employment may be subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check, disclosure of previous or current disciplinary action, referee checks, proof of eligibility to work in Australia and qualification checks. Vaccination Requirements – EDO is not issuing a vaccination mandate. Staff have the option to share vaccination details within the EDO HRIS system. If staff do not wish to disclose this information it will not be enforced. Working with clients face‑to‑face – EDO works with diverse peoples and groups across the Australian and Pacific communities, including people who are considered a high‑risk group in terms of COVID‑19. In order to ensure the safety of all EDO employees and the people we work with, staff visiting overburdened communities are required to take a COVID‑19 test 3 days prior and on the day of travel to the overburdened community. #J-18808-Ljbffr