Company Description
We welcome fearless thinkers. For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.
About the Role
As our Internal Communications Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening connection, clarity, and culture at Maurice Blackburn. You'll craft and deliver engaging communications that inform, inspire, and unite our people. From strategic messaging to visual storytelling, your work will support key initiatives, champion wellbeing, and elevate the employee experience.
You'll be part of a passionate team that values creativity, care, and culture. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact through storytelling and strategic communication.
This is a full-time, 12‐month fixed‐term contract.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement inclusive internal communication plans aligned with our People & Culture strategy
* Create compelling content across channels including intranet, newsletters, signage, video, and events
* Partner with senior leaders to shape messaging and increase visibility
* Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to create high-quality videos and visually compelling assets that amplify campaigns and bring storytelling to life
* Champion initiatives that promote wellbeing, engagement, and culture
* Monitor performance and continuously improve communication strategies
* Explore AI-powered tools to enhance creative output and efficiency
What You'll Bring
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
* A flair for simplifying complex ideas and inspiring action
* Strong design sensibility and multimedia production skills
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and Microsoft Office
* Experience with internal platforms like SharePoint and Campaign Monitor
* Proven experience in internal communications, ideally within professional services
* Hands‐on experience producing internal video content and supporting wellbeing or engagement initiatives
Our People Commitment Comes With the Following Benefits
* Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
* 22 weeks parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and a 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
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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? Apply now.
Additional Information
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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