Overview
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. We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people's lives, which is why we are one of Australia's most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.
We welcome fearless thinkers.
Job Description
Our personal injuries team are dedicated to protecting the rights and entitlements of our clients. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our Cairns Personal Injuries team as a Legal Assistant on a full time basis.
Responsibilities
* Answering and managing incoming calls
* Diary management
* File management
* Preparation of correspondence, court documents and briefs of evidence
* Providing day-to-day administrative support
If you are passionate about helping people when they are going through a hard time, then this is the role for you.
Qualifications
* Experience in the legal industry is preferred but not required
* Experienced Legal Assistant or someone with administration and/or customer service background
* Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with a diverse range of clients
* Strong organisational and time management skills; a team player with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
Additional Information
* Here are our exceptional Team MB Benefits
* Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
* 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
* 22 Weeks Parental leave with superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
* Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts
* A hybrid flex working model
* Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
* 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
… just to name a few. T&C 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. 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.
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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