Overview
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About us
At Colin Biggers & Paisley, we're here to make a difference.
We are a unique legal practice and we believe in what we do.
This applies to the solutions we create for our clients, the contribution we make to our communities and the careers we build for our people.
We are lawyers of choice in the construction, property and insurance industries and maintain a strong presence in the areas of employment and safety, banking and finance, corporate and commercial and litigation and dispute resolution.
Our values of balance, respect, loyalty and integrity underpin everything we do.
Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance.
We are committed to supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of our people.
We continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities and offer a formal mentoring program.
We also offer other benefits such as health and fitness perks, rewards and recognition, complimentary massages and professional memberships.
We don't just recognise our role as a corporate citizen, we put words into actions.
The Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation brings together our entire community offering and is comprised of three streams - pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.
To ensure maximum impact, the core strategy of our Foundation is to promote and protect the rights of women and children and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the team
Vanessa Gulesserian has extensive experience working in insurance litigation.
She has defended a wide range of claims including professional indemnity, disciplinary actions against allied health professionals, general liability, and property damage claims.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join a supportive and high performing team.
The role will require:
Providing clients with legal advice
Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
Managing prospective client relationships
Working collaboratively within a team
Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements
About you
2-4 years' PQE
A desire to be an integral member of a strong and cohesive team who work collaboratively
Ability to manage large volumes of documents
Strong attention to detail
Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
Previous exposure to business development and a natural ability to build strong client relationships
Ability to manage client expectations and work within timeframes
Interested in establishing a long-term successful career with Colin Biggers & Paisley
Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
A strong focus on turnaround time
Commercial acumen
Practical and client focused problem solving skills
A strong, plain language communication style
Join the team
Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance.
We work hard for our clients but we also make sure we put our people first.
We offer a suite of unique employee benefits, including discounted gym memberships across Australia, opportunities to join one of our all-star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage.
We provide pathways for career progression and personal growth, with ongoing investment in our people.
Inclusion and Diversity is a priority.
We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone and welcoming applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Law Practice, Legal Services, and Administration of Justice
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