We are currently recruiting for several Legal Assistant opportunities across established law firms in Melbourne, with a particular focus on defendant insurance and litigation.
These opportunities are suited to experienced legal support professionals who enjoy working in a busy litigation environment and are looking to join a professional and collaborative legal team.
The Opportunities Across the available positions, you may be involved in:
- Providing day-to-day support to lawyers and senior practitioners.
- Assisting with the administration and progression of insurance and litigation matters.
- Preparing, formatting and managing legal documents and correspondence.
- Maintaining electronic files and ensuring matter information is accurate and up to date.
- Coordinating appointments, meetings, deadlines and general matter requirements.
- Assisting with court, claims and other procedural administration.
- Liaising with clients, counsel, insurers and other external stakeholders.
- Monitoring workflow and following up outstanding actions.
- Managing incoming correspondence, enquiries and general communications.
- Supporting practitioners with a range of administrative and organisational tasks.
- Contributing to efficient team processes and maintaining a high standard of client service.
The exact responsibilities will vary between positions and will depend on the team and practice area.
About You
We are particularly interested in hearing from Legal Assistants and Legal Secretaries who have experience in defendant insurance litigation.
You may have experience supporting matters involving:
- Insurance litigation
- Public liability
- Workers compensation
- Motor vehicle claims
- Personal injury
- Professional indemnity
- General liability
- Other defendant-side litigation
You will ideally bring:
- Previous experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar legal support position.
- Experience supporting lawyers in a litigation or insurance environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Robust written and verbal communication skills.
- A professional approach when dealing with clients and external stakeholders.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.
- The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
Why Consider These Opportunities?
With several firms currently recruiting, we can potentially match your experience and preferences with an opportunity that suits you.
Depending on the position, opportunities may offer:
- Established and supportive legal teams.
- Exposure to quality insurance and litigation work.
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced practitioners.
- Career development and career progression.
- Varied workloads and interesting matters.
- Competitive remuneration packages.
- Different team structures and working environments
Please note, these opportunities are best suited to candidates seeking a long-term career in Legal Support, rather than current Law Students.