About the RoleOur Public Liability team supports people who have been injured in public places due to the negligence of others, helping them understand their rights and pursue the compensation they may be entitled to.
The Legal Assistant will provide high‐quality administrative and legal support to lawyers, ensuring cases progress smoothly and clients feel supported and informed throughout their claim.ResponsibilitiesProvide professional and empathetic support to clients and referrersPrepare legal correspondence and documentsManage electronic and hard‐copy filesObtain medical and legal records and reportsCompile briefs for medico‐legal experts and counselAssist lawyers with court and hearing preparationDiary, workflow and task managementOpen, maintain and archive filesSupport the wider team with administrative and project‐based tasksBuild robust relationships with internal and external stakeholdersAbout YouOrganised,



proactive and genuinely enjoys helping othersPrevious customer service experience (essential)Solid administrative and organisational skillsExcellent attention to detailEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast‐paced environmentCollaborative and team‐focused approachSound Microsoft Office skills and digital literacyLegal administration experience (desirable but not essential)Demonstrated commitment to courage, compassion, collaboration, fairness and tenacityBenefitsOngoing coaching and career development opportunitiesEnd of Year leave: 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 yearsComprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement22 weeks parental leave with superannuation guaranteed and back‐to‐work transition policyRewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail and entertainment discountsHybrid flex working modelSalary and Continuance & Life Insurance17.5% Annual Leave LoadingInclusionApplications from First Nations People are encouraged.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements.All successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a protected and compliant workplace.
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📌 Legal Assistant Public Liability At Maurice Blackburn Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Maurice Blackburn
📍 Australia