Hybrid and flexible working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment.Reward and recognition, including competitive remuneration and career progression.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 health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firm.We have a new opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our growing General Insurance section, based in our Brisbane office.This role provides administrative support to a Partner and a team of Lawyers in the General Insurance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to hit the ground running and be part of a friendly, fast-paced team.You will be involved in a range of matters, including but not limited to:telephone handling for the team;organising calendars and monitoring inboxes;sending emails, letters, and briefs;saving and distributing incoming mail;filing, scanning, and creating briefs;drafting documentation as required;file opening, conflict searches, and closing files;preparing reports;billing and submitting invoices;reviewing, receipting, and EFT of trust payments;creating paralegal roster;organising team meetings and events;liaising with internal and external stakeholders;assisting other legal assistants as required;other ad-hoc administration duties as required.About youYou will ideally have the following skills and experience:a minimum of two years of legal assistant experience;experience in a busy insurance litigation practice is desirable;excellent communication skills;a strong ability to prioritise and meet deadlines;experience with Filesite and Aderant is preferred but not required.About usHall & 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 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 fourth in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2023 and 2024;Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018;Best Law and Related Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) and Best Professional Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) at the 2023 Client Choice Awards.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. Smarter Law includes enabling technology, challenging business models, innovative pricing, and creative resourcing.We are a firm of the future. We offer our people interesting and challenging work, and access to great clients. To learn more about HW visit our website.Apply nowLet's connect. Click apply to submit your application.At Hall & Wilcox, we are committed to creating and maintaining 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 First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities.We are also committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable, and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Kim Chalmers, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at ****** for a confidential discussion.This vacancy is being managed directly by the HW Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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