Casual role Based in Melbourne or Sydney Hybrid working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices.
We provide WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels Flexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave Free daily breakfast, office drinks and social events Genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion across the firm More information about our benefits can be viewed here: bit.ly/HWbenefits About the role and team We have an opportunity for a Smarter Recovery Solutions Administrator to join our Smarter Recovery Solutions team based in our Melbourne or Sydney office.
This is a causal role working minimum three days a week.
The Smarter Recovery Solutions team is a specialised team within our Commercial Disputes Resolution section who act for a large number of clients and manage a high-volume practice providing advice and solutions in relation to debt recovery.
Key responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for: preparing all necessary correspondence regarding the recovery of monies outstanding to our clients; drafting of ad hoc letters and emails; negotiating payment arrangements; reviewing matters and providing recommendations; telephone attendances on debtors and service providers; dealing with enquiries from debtors; dealing with client inquiries, seeking instructions and attending to client requests; liaising with service providers (investigators, field agents, process servers); opening files and new matters: conducting conflict checks, reviewing matters and attending to opening matters on practice management system; and allocation of disbursements incurred on the matter, attending to the financial aspects of the matters.
Skills and experience We would like to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience: experience in a similar role or administration experience in professional services is desirable; highly organised and ability to prioritise competing tasks; strong attention to detail; excellent customer service skills; clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal); ability to work well independently and productively within a small team environment; and ability to problem-solve and effectively communicate information to stakeholders.
About us Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm.
We are a firm of more than 1150 people, including over 145 partners, delivering outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia.
Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.
Some of our recent awards and citations include: Law Firm of the Year at the 2022 and 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards; Law Firm of the Year (101-500 Lawyers) and Diversity Initiative of the Year at the 2022 Australasian Law Awards; Ranked third in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2022 and 2023; Employer of Choice Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) for 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Law and Related Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) and Best Professional Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) at the 2023 Client Choice Awards.
Our culture We are known for having a great culture that is warm and welcoming, progressive, inclusive and supportive, and that is underpinned by our enduring values - known as Hallmarks.
We are also renowned for Smarter Law, which means we look beyond the status quo to think differently and find solutions that are better and faster.
At Hall & Wilcox, we promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people.
We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.
For more information about Hall & Wilcox please visit our website.
How to apply Please click apply to submit an application.
We are committed to being inclusive, and to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience.
If you require any support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Sally Cai, Talent Acquisition Advisor at ****** This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team.
We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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