Team Leader - Brisbane, Australia - Legal Aid

Legal Aid

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Brisbane, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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About Legal Aid Queensland

Legal Aid Queensland's (LAQ) vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights.

Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.

About the teamLegal Aid Queensland's Information and Advice Services area provides high-quality legal information, referral and legal advice services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders over the telephone, face-to-face, at our regional offices, at correctional centres or via videoconference.

The division plays an important role in our state's justice system, responding to over 140,000 calls a year and providing free legal information and referrals to other services.

About the RoleWe are recruiting for two roles (1 permanent and 1 temporary for 12 months). These positions are ideally suited to experienced Team Leaders from a high volume, inbound contact centre.

You will oversee the performance of Client Information Officers (CIOs) who work both in the contact centre and Brisbane front counter at Legal Aid Queensland.

You will

Manage a team of Client Information Officers (CIO) including HR related activities.
Possess a communication style that is approachable, considered, collaborative and fair, with a proven ability to coach and develop individuals to deliver KPIs.
Understand the principles of trauma informed service delivery.
Provide advice, support and guidance to the CIOs in relation to the legal information database content and protocols for dealing with clients,
Undertake call monitoring, identify training opportunities and work with the Peer Coaches for ongoing staff development
Deliver CIO training

You will have:

- experience managing a team in a contact centre or customer service environment
- knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the legal system and court processes
- experience in delivering services to disadvantaged clients
- the ability to contribute to the professional development of your team, providing clear guidance, constructive feedback and mentoring.

Resilience and an ability to problem solve.

What we can offer you

12.75% employer super contributions
Generous salary packaging arrangements with 30% fringe benefit tax exemption
Health and wellness discounts fitness passport access and
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and immediate family

How to apply

Submit a current resume and a statement of no more than two pages on what you can bring to the role, demonstrating the capabilities in the About You section.

To find out if this role is right for you, please contact Trina Holmes on to discuss this opportunity.
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