13 Aug
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Maurice Blackburn
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Western Australia
13 Aug
Maurice Blackburn
Western Australia
Our Personal Injuries team is dedicated to protecting the rights and entitlements of our clients. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our WAPersonal Injuries Team as a Legal Assistant on a full‐time, permanent basis. Based in our Perth CBD office, you will be a driven and motivated individual who is eager to learn.
About the role
We value excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of clients. Our team works in a fast-paced environment with competing demands, so strong organisational and time management skills are a must. If you're a team player with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, we would love to hear from you. Solid customer service skills, as well as administration experience is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Answer all incoming client enquiries and assist or transfer calls where appropriate
Provide accurate updates and information to clients within a timely manner and manage expectations
Manage the administration of all client files from open to close
Produce client correspondence and prepare court documents as requested
Arrange and manage diaries, appointments and meetings
Action all incoming mail
Prepare bills for clients
Any other generalist administrative tasks as requested
The experience we are looking for
Experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in a plaintiff law firm or assistant in a professional services firm is desirable
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritise and work under pressure
The ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Enthusiasm and initiative
Confidence in fast paced environments with tenacity to meet deadlines
High attention to detail
Excellent and tactful communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
Additional Information
Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement
22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts
A hybrid flex working model
Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
17.5% Annual Leave Loading
Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.
Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.
Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now.
Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we're committed to responding to every applicant.
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
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📌 Legal Assistant (Personal Injuries) (Western Australia)
🏢 Maurice Blackburn
📍 Western Australia