Legal Assistant (CIC)

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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.

About the role

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join our Commonwealth Injury Compensation (CIC) team. This role is based in our North Lakes office. We are open to part- or full-time applicants. 

The CIC team is a close-knit, high-performing practice within our Personal Injuries North team. Despite its small size, the team manages a diverse and rewarding caseload, helping people across Australia navigate claims under the Comcare scheme and the Seafarers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1992.

The team represents employees of Australian Government departments and licensed employers, including Australia Post, FedEx, Cleanaway Operations, K&S Freighters, Linfox, DHL, Armaguard, Virgin Australia, John Holland and Ramsay Health Care. Regardless of where our clients live or where their injury occurred, the team is committed to delivering expert legal support and achieving the best possible outcomes.

As a Legal Assistant, you'll play an integral role in supporting our lawyers and ensuring matters progress efficiently. You'll work closely with a collaborative team, build trusted relationships with clients, and help deliver exceptional service to people during what can often be a challenging time in their lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and purpose-driven team where your organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to delivering outstanding client service will make a genuine difference.

What you will be doing: 

• First point of contact for client enquiries, professional, prompt, and helpful.  
• Keep clients in the loop with clear, timely updates.  
• Support client files from start to finish. 
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents.  
• Manage diaries, appointments and meetings.  
• Process mail and correspondence.  
• Handle client billing and related admin.  
• Support the legal team with general administrative tasks. 

About you: 

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant is desirable, but not essential, perhaps you have been in a similar support or administrative role.  
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues. 
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. 
• A trustworthy, professional approach to handling confidential client information.  
• A genuine learning mindset, you’re eager to expand your knowledge and skillset.  
• Comfort with legal technology and AI tools, or enthusiasm to build proficiency quickly.  
• An interest in commercial awareness, understanding how matters run efficiently for clients.  
• A proactive approach to process improvement, you’re someone who spots better ways of doing things and isn't afraid to suggest them. 

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 your 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's & C's 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. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. 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