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Moray & Agnew is one of Australia's leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets.
We're proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle's Guide.
With over 110 partners, our teams are organised into three strategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:
Insurance – including commercial classes such as financial lines, professional indemnity, public & product liability, life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.Commercial & Workplace – spanning corporate and commercial, construction and projects, property and environment, commercial dispute resolution, insolvency, owners' corporation and workplace law.Government – spanning local, state and federal government.Our clients include Australian and international insurers and reinsurers, corporates of all sizes, and federal, state and local government.
Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service and support, across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.
Our partners are committed to fostering flexible, inclusive and diverse environments for our employees.
We have the fourth highest percentage of female partners according to the AFR Law Partnership Survey, July 2024.
We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.
About the role An opportunity exists for Legal Office Assistants ("LOAs") to join the pool of LOAs who support across different practice groups in our Brisbane office.
Some of the responsibilities include:
Providing support to Legal SecretariesCollating briefs to Counsel and other expertsCourt filingManage, organise and maintain documents in paper and electronic filing systemsGeneral office duties such as photocopying, faxing, filing, mail and running any errandsLunch time reception relief and switchboard dutiesTo fulfill the inherent requirements of this role, successful candidates are required to work a minimum of three days a week during study semesters.
LOA roles are casual positions, therefore a degree of flexibility is offered.
Whilst on semester break, LOAs may be offered additional hours, depending on their availability and the firm's requirements.
We also anticipate that the availability of LOAs will change from semester to semester.
Our office hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm and the successful candidates must be available to work full days.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for students who are keen to get their foot in the door of a legal firm or for students who want to build on previously gained office or legal experience.
Please note this is a casual position, and accordingly, a periodic pay rate will apply.
About you You will be a law student in your first or second year of study.
This is an entry-level position and whilst it would be desirable, you do not need to have any legal or office experience as "on the job" training will be provided to you.
We are looking for law students who will be team players with strong communication skills and an impeccable work ethic.
You will have a mature outlook, confidence and the ability to remain calm under pressure whilst prioritising a busy daily workload.
How to apply If this opportunity is attractive to you, please submit your cover letter and CV.
If you are applying for a Paralegal, Law Graduate or Lawyer role, please also provide your academic transcript with your application.
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, neurodiverse people and people with disability.
If you have questions about the recruitment process or require any adjustments to participate, please let us know in your application.
We prefer to connect with people directly and do not require recruitment agency assistance with this vacancy.
Any applications submitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed will not be considered a valid introduction.
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