19 Aug
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McInnes Wilson
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Maroochydore
19 Aug
McInnes Wilson
Maroochydore
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity in our Insurance Litigation team for an Administration Assistant to join our Maroochydore office.
This role is currently offered on a casual part-time basis, however we are open to shaping the position for the right candidate. For someone seeking long-term growth with the firm, there is potential for the role to become permanent full-time. We also welcome applications from candidates who are currently studying their Law degree and looking for casual, part-time experience as a Law Clerk to complement their studies.
In this role, you will support our team of Legal Secretaries with a range of administrative tasks whilst gaining valuable on-the-job mentoring, training and support within a collaborative legal team workplace.
This opportunity will suit a diligent, customer-centric individual who enjoys working collaboratively and is eager to build a professional career in the legal industry.
The role
Our ideal candidate will have transferable experience in an administrative setting and is seeking an entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on experience in legal practice. Accuracy, attention to detail and professionalism will be essential, as you will be responsible for supporting our legal team and ensuring documents are prepared and managed in a timely and compliant manner.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
Preparing basic legal documents and correspondencePreparing and issuing monthly tax invoicesReceipting and processing paymentsFiling documents with the CourtsScheduling meetings and managing calendarsDiary managementFile management, including saving emails and correspondenceDirecting telephone enquiriesLiaising with stakeholders, including clients, Lawyers, Barristers and PrincipalsOpening new files and undertaking conflict searchesDigital archiving and document management, ensuring accurate and efficient electronic file maintenanceMailing documentsOther general administrative tasks as required
Role Requirements
As this is a junior role, we recognise you may not have prior legal experience. What matters most is your attention to detail, motivation and commitment to learning.
In Addition, You Will Demonstrate
Outstanding time management skills and a strong commitment to consistencyInitiative and a proactive approach to tasksThe ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environmentConfidence in building professional relationships with colleagues and clientsStrong proficiency in Microsoft 365 and a natural aptitude for technology
About Us
McInnes Wilson is a leading independent full-service firm with offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Maroochydore.
The firm has approximately 60 principals and over 400 staff nationally. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality outcomes for our valued clients whilst being recognised as a positive, collegiate place to work. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.
What We Offer
As a national corporate law firm, we offer exposure to premium clients, large scale, multi-party, complex litigated matters and transparent career pathways, together with a variety of benefits including: generous paid parental leave, paid salary continuance insurance, flexible working, study assistance, pro-bono opportunities, complementary massages, realistic billables targets for legal practitioners, a formal mentoring program, professional memberships, birthday leave, social club, EOFY functions and end of year celebrations.
All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.
Any questions regarding this role should be directed to our Talent team,
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us; we are committed to providing an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact the business in relation to this vacancy. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered or accepted.
📌 Administration Assistant | Insurance Litigation (Maroochydore)
🏢 McInnes Wilson
📍 Maroochydore