Minter Ellison – Melbourne: Library Technician

MinterEllison is one of the Asia Pacific’s leading law firms. Established in Sydney in 1827, our firm today operates in Australia, Hong Kong, mainland China, Mongolia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom through a network of integrated offices and associated offices.

Our culture

We are focussed on collaborating, innovating and inspiring each other and our clients. We understand that the high standards we set ourselves in a top tier law firm means that we are constantly challenged to deliver our best and excel. It involves managing multiple stakeholders and working collaboratively across offices, countries and time zones.

Our team

The Know-How Group play a pivotal role in providing our legal staff with ongoing and up-to-date research and information assistance and are responsible for library and research tools, precedents, intranets, collaboration tools and databases.

Your role

An exciting opportunity exists in the Melbourne office for an experienced Library Technician to join our highly regarded Know-How team. This is a fulfilling and varied role where you will be a valued member of the team. We are flexible and welcome applicants seeking a part-time or full-time working arrangement.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assisting staff with their queries, either directly or referring on where appropriate
• Processing library records and library financial transactions
• Locating, retrieving and supplying information resources
• Coordinating the loose leaf filing process including the collection and return of resources
• Maintaining the library collection, shelving and displays
• Updating the library catalogue and Know-How databases
• Providing training for staff on use of the library systems and databases
• Supporting the Librarians and national Know-How team with any additional tasks to uphold the overall quality and functioning of the library

What you need

Ideally, you will have:

• A Diploma of Library and Information Services, providing you with eligibility for professional (Library technician) membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• A profound commitment to day-to-day client service
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Readiness to manage your work and a willingness to contribute actively to team goals
• Excellent information gathering, organisational and presentation skills
• The ability and willingness to learn new systems and procedures
• Sound communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Software literacy with DB/TextWorks, Excel and Word

What we offer

Minter Ellison will support your continued development through a wide range of accessible and structured learning and development programs, mentoring from skilled and intelligent leaders, and by surrounding you with teams of great people who are happy to share their knowledge and learn from you as well.

You will also have access to a wide range of top tier employment benefits, which are designed to help you complement your lifestyle outside of work and support your professional needs. These include first class premises, facilities and support, state of the art technology, competitive salary packages, gym membership, corporate discounts, an extensive health and wellbeing program and much more!

How to apply

To submit your CV for consideration, please click on the ‘Apply’ button below. Alternatively, to find out more please contact Michael Gavan at michael.gavan@minterellison.com for a confidential discussion.

Please note that applications from agencies will not be considered at this time. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.