Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAbout UsWelcome to Barry Nilsson.
For 60 years, we've been shaping a better experience for our clients and our people.
What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: a team known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation.
As an award-winning national law firm, we've built a culture that empowers you to not only grow your career, but be your authentic self while you do it.About the TeamOur national Insurance & Health practice combines deep industry knowledge with local expertise and the highest standards of client service.
Our team has the depth of experience and agility to help our clients, both in Australia and overseas, to navigate the complex risk landscape and support their insureds.
By joining us, you will become part of a welcoming and supportive team of highly skilled legal and administrative professionals who are passionate about what they do.About The RoleAn engaging and rewarding opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate to Senior Legal Assistant to join our Insurance & Health team in Brisbane.
This role will support senior solicitors who specialise in Public Liability matters.
You'll work with a team of specialists in their field headed up by Peter Murdoch and Megan Daniel – principals who are committed to empowering and supporting you.Dutiesfile management – open/archive files and maintain accurate electronic filesmonthly billing, debtor control and reportingadhere to client service standardsprepare and send correspondence and arrange for the filing of court documentsbrief preparation to counsel, medical and other expertsdiary and travel management including booking appointmentsgeneral administrative supportAbout YouIf the following sounds like you, we would love to hear from you:you have previous experience in defendant insurance litigation and understand the importance of client service standardsyou have experience using precedents, practice management systems, billing platforms and document management systemsyou have an enthusiastic and proactive approach to work, and take ownership of tasksyou have strong communication skills, and the ability to build strong and collaborative working relationshipsBenefits of Working with UsJust to name a few, we have:been acknowledged as an 'Employer of Choice' for the last 7 yearsa supportive environment where managers genuinely care about your wellbeingprogressive policies including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options, volunteer leave, and a public holiday swap policyan annual performance bonus scheme designed to recognise and reward strong performancea relaxed office environment where you can "Dress for your Day"access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the mental, physical and financial wellbeing of our people including a yearly health & wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave daya shared care parental policy with equal leave for all parentsReady to Go Further?
From your first day, expect to be embraced for who you are – because we're a firm defined by our people.
Step into a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realised, and collaboration drives success.
At Barry Nilsson, it's about being you and going further.
Apply today.To make a confidential application, please click 'Apply Now' or contact Katie Guarrera, People & Culture Manager.Barry Nilsson is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where all of our people are supported to be their authentic selves, valued for their unique contributions, rewarded fairly, connected to colleagues, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, as well as people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultures.
Feel free to chat to the recruiter for this position regarding any accommodations or adjustments you may require to the role or the recruitment process to ensure your equitable participation.This vacancy is being managed exclusively by the BN People & Culture team.
Should we require external support, we will reach out to our preferred agencies directly.DisclaimerWelcome to Barry Nilsson.
Established for more than 60 years, we are a national law firm with over 450 staff and having a formidable reputation within its areas of expertise: Insurance & Health and Family Law.
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