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Slater and Gordon Lawyers are a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients we are people caring for people.
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Slater and Gordon Lawyers are a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients we are people caring for people.
Our commitment to our people includes offering genuine work-life balance, with a hybrid work environment allowing them to split their time between home and the office. We recognise and reward high performance and have outstanding employee benefits including a week of shutdown leave, paid parental leave, extra-long service leave, together with various ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement, will also enjoy access to additional paid service leave, a confirmed 1 July salary increase, an annual wellness reimbursement, career development opportunities, and much more.
What are we looking for? At Slater and Gordon, we aim to ensure that every client gets the care and commitment that they deserve. We know that extending client care and uplifting our client experience is key to our success.
Our team of Lawyers in the Direct to Lawyer Team take the time to listen and empathise with all our new client enquiries. They are often the first point of contact and at the forefront of client care and compassion.
We are now seeking a Lawyer to join our Client Intake Direct to Lawyer Team at our Melbourne Office. We are open to discussions around flexible working days, hours and office location/working from home arrangements.
In this role, you will be responsible for providing initial legal advice to clients with new injury claims in Victoria particularly across the personal injury practices of Motor Vehicle Accident Compensation, Workers' Compensation and / or Public Liability. You will provide an early triage function for new client enquiries. You will be required to take instructions on the client's matter before deciding on the viability of the enquiry, providing advice to that effect and possibly offering a legal costs agreement. If you are passionate about helping clients and ensuring their client experience with the firm is a positive one, then this role is for you.
This role presents a rare opportunity for a proactive, passionate and results driven individual to work with one of our most respected and expanding practice groups.
What will you bring?
Working within a collegiate and highly regarded team, you will be a committed and enthusiastic individual who possesses the following
* Previous exposure in Personal Injury Law (ideally 2 years + PAE)
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
* An ability to communicate effectively and compassionately
* Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment
* Ability to exercise judgement and resolve problems expeditiously
* Strong computer skills
Our positive working envi ronment coupled with a genuine commitment to work/life balance represents an enticing incentive for individuals looking for a new challenge in their career.
What next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Slater and Gordon. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of the Slater and Gordon application process.
Acknowledgement of Country Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.
Diversity + Inclusion Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. Slater and Gordon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes. We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
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