25 Sep
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Slater and Gordon Lawyers
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New South Wales
25 Sep
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
New South Wales
Job Description
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
are 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 perks including 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?
We are currently seeking a permanent, full-time Junior Legal Assistant to join our Public Liability team in Sydney.
You will be reporting to a Lawyer, and as one of the support team members, you will help maintain and drive the success of the team.
Your energy and drive will be integral in achieving successful outcomes along with your positive approach to your work.
This is a not-to-miss opportunity for those who like to take ownership of their work and work hands on with matters.
Your responsibilities include:
Providing a great level of care and support to our clients in a professional manner
Building strong relationships with our clients, internal and external stakeholders
Supporting the team with general file management and administration
Coordinating appointments for our lawyers, medico-legal appointments for our clients, conferences and mediations
Communicatingwithclients,insurersandother professionals both in writing and verbally
Preparing legal correspondence and compiling court documents
Preparing matters for conferences and hearings
What will you bring?
You will bring a passion for social justice and generating positive outcomes for clients.
The following experience and skills will ensure your success in this position:
Previous experience in legal support or business administration desired
A natural passion for helping people and high level of empathy
Exceptionalexperiencein 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
Available to work 38 hours per week, between the hours of 8:30am – 5pm Monday to Friday.
What next?
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 opportunity 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.
📌 Junior Legal Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Slater and Gordon Lawyers
📍 New South Wales