Slater and Gordon Lawyersare a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients: we are people caring for people.
Our commitment to our people includes offering genuine work-life balance, with a hybrid work environment allowing them to split their time between home and the office.
We recognise and reward high performance and have outstanding employee benefits:
a week of shutdown leave
paid parental leave
extra-long service leave
together with various ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement, will also enjoy:
access to additional paid service leave
a confirmed 1 July salary increase
an annual wellness reimbursement
career development opportunities
and much more
What are we looking for?
The Superannuation & Disability Insurance team are now seekingExpressions of Interest for a Law Clerk to join our Melbourne team for aParental Leave contract.
Both Full Time/ Part-Time options will be considered.
Ourteam works closely with clients who have superannuation Total and PermanentDisability (TPD) or private disability insurance claims following an injury orillness.
We work to achieve the best possible outcomes for ourclients.Under supervision of a Lawyer your daily duties willinclude:
Undertaking client interviews toestablishan entitlement to make a disability insurance claim
Review insurance policies and trust deeds applicable to the client's matter
Preparation of claim forms and legal submissions
Draft correspondence to clients and third parties
Providinga tailored approach to each client's matter
Managing your own file load of client claims
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, internal and external stakeholders




Working closely with the legal teams to advance legal matters for clients.
What will you bring?
You will have a passion for social justice and generating positive outcomes for clients.
The following experience and skills will ensure your success in this position:
A keen interest in personal injury law
Exposure to a plaintiff personal injury practice (highly desirable)
A natural passion for helping people and high level of empathy
Exceptionalexperience in communicationand customer service
Excellent written and drafting skills
Recognise the importance of attention to detail and time management
Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to multi-task
Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team environment
A willingness to learn
Proactive approach and initiative
To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Proof of work rights will be required as part of the Slater and Gordon application process.
Acknowledgement of Country
Slater and Gordonacknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.
We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.
Diversity + Inclusion
Slater and Gordonis committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all.
Slater and Gordon is an equal prospect employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.We understandthat everyone has different needs.
If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
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📌 Law Clerk (Melbourne)
🏢 Slater and Gordon Lawyers
📍 Melbourne