Job Title: Legal Assistant
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our Statutory Insurance NSW/ACT – Workers' Compensation team as a Legal Assistant.
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic professional who can provide exceptional administrative support, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of one year's experience in a legal assistant role and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain general file maintenance including regular filing, opening, and closing files;
* Handle telephone calls for the team, including answering all incoming calls;
* Draft court documents and compile briefs;
* Coordinate outgoing mail to be signed, compiled, and delivered;
* Provide support to other legal assistants;
* Maintain Partners/lawyers' contacts in our CRM InterAction, including assisting with list management on their behalf for events and communications;
* Perform other administration duties as required.
About You:
We are looking for a motivated and flexible individual who can thrive in a dynamic environment.
Requirements:
* A minimum of one year's experience in a legal assistant role;
* Experience in a workers' compensation practice is desirable;
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail;
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
* Able to prioritize and perform tasks to deadlines;
* Reliable, punctual, flexible, and able to demonstrate initiative.
Benefits:
* Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and WFH options;
* Competitive remuneration and career progression opportunities;
* Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels;
* Flexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave;
* Free daily breakfast and office drinks.
About Us:
We are a leading independent Australian law firm that delivers outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector, and private clients. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people, and our communities to thrive.
We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with a focus on health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion.
If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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