For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.
We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people's lives, which is why we are one of Australia's most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.
Our Personal Injuries team is dedicated to protecting the rights and entitlements of our clients. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our WA Personal 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 ability to work effectively with a diverse range of clients. Our team works in a fast‐paced environment with competing demands, so solid 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. Strong customer service skills, as well as administration experience, are 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
Team MB Benefits
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
... just to name a few. T's & C's apply.
Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.
We love that you have a life outside of work and we're happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here 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. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.
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) (Perth)
🏢 Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
📍 Perth