Legal Assistant (Asbestos + Dust Disease)
Full-time
Team: Personal Injuries North
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With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians.
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About the role
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Asbestos & Dust Diseases Team on a full-time, permanent basis based in our Sydney CBD office.
Our Asbestos, Silica and Occupational Disease Team have accumulated more than 20 years of experience in Dust Diseases litigation and pride themselves on ensuring that their clients not only receive the best compensation result, but provide exceptional services during our client's compensation journey.
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
This role represents an exciting prospect for someone who is willing to grow and develop their skills in a busy role whilst using their strong client service skills to support our clients.
The successful candidate willjoin a supportive and well-respected law firm.If you're a driven and motivated individual, looking for a fast paced and supportive work environment, consider advancing your career at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers!
Key Selection Criteria:
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant (preferred but not essential) 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
Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:
Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities




22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
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
Discounted gym membership
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.
Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference?
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 (Asbestos + Dust Disease) (Sydney)
🏢 Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
📍 Sydney