An established national professional services firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join its collaborative Melbourne-based Insurance Litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing and supportive environment where your contribution is genuinely valued. Supporting a team of experienced legal professionals, you will play a key role in ensuring matters are managed efficiently while delivering exceptional service to clients.

The Opportunity

Working across a range of insurance-related matters including financial lines, employment practices liability and health-related claims, you will provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to multiple fee earners across varying seniority levels.
This role offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work closely with approachable leaders who encourage professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing electronic and physical files from opening through to archiving;

• Preparing correspondence, court documentation and legal documents;

• Coordinating briefs to counsel, medical professionals and external experts;

• Monthly billing, reporting and debtor management;

• Diary coordination, meeting scheduling and travel arrangements;

• Maintaining high client service standards across all interactions; and

• Providing general administrative and team support as required.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant within insurance litigation or a similar practice area;

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities;

• Experience using practice management, billing and document management systems;

• A proactive and dependable approach with strong attention to detail; and

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across teams.

Both full-time and part-time arrangements will be considered.

Why Apply?

This organisation is recognised for its people-focused culture and commitment to flexibility, wellbeing and career development. Benefits include:

• Hybrid working arrangements and flexible workplace policies;

• Additional wellbeing initiatives and leave benefits;

• Performance recognition and bonus opportunities;

• A supportive and inclusive team environment;

• Genuine career progression opportunities; and

• Modern offices and a relaxed, professional culture.

If you are looking to join a respected organisation where collaboration, support and professional growth are prioritised, we would love to hear from you.
 
How to Apply
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Ariana Harris u&u on 0415 576 375  quoting reference number 45333.
 
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