Senior Legal Assistant (Personal Injuries)

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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 and team

We are looking for a Senior Legal Assistant to join our Queensland Personal Injuries team in our Browns Plains office. Our team is passionate about advocacy, client care, and delivering outstanding legal outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyer on a diverse range of matters.

 What you will be responsible for: 

• Corresponding with clients regarding initial claim enquiries
• Mentoring of our legal support staff 
• Communication with clients including obtaining instructions
• Reviewing and analysing liability and quantum material and requesting further material
• Drafting of legal and client correspondence and documents
• Developing understanding of strategy used in similar matters

 The experience we are looking for: 

• Previous paralegal experience, preferably ideally within personal injuries
• Excellent organisational skills, with meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively. 
• A strong academic background and/or experience in conducting complex legal research and writing. 
• An understanding of our client base and the capacity to demonstrate empathy and compassion. 
• Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Excel, updating databases, and/or manipulating data is advantageous. 
• Capability to prioritise tasks, adapt to a rapidly evolving environment, and demonstrate outstanding organisational skills.  
• A genuine passion for law and you are eager to contribute within a collaborative work setting. 

 Team MB benefits*: 

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities 
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• 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
• Discounted gym membership
• A hybrid flex working model
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

We offer 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, religion, age and family arrangements. We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. 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