Gilchrist Connell is a leading insurance sector law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Brisbane.
In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year. For the fifth consecutive year, Gilchrist Connell is one of only 31 firms recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice.
Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work, we adhere to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.
The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, leading support programs and employee benefits.
What do we offer you? A great and dynamic culture!
Our firm has a true collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand.
Our partners are accessible and supportive and have a genuine willingness to involve you in client relationships at a high level.Flexibility to manage your time.
Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.Responsibility for and meaning in your work.
We believe that you have to enjoy your work and be given the ownership to make decisions and solve problems for sophisticated and knowledgeable clients.We are committed to fostering a truly diverse and inclusive workplace so that all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm, and our clients.We value our role as a corporate citizen by putting words into actions through our pro bono legal services, volunteering and community giving.Access to professional development opportunities through our internal CLE program and leading external providers.A competitive salary and firm wide, team or individual incentives when you least expect it but deserve it.Managing Vicarious Trauma training will be provided if you are dealing with sensitive matters.Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm's cost.Parental leave over and above government entitlements.Comprehensive Wellbeing support through our Wellbeing EAP Provider which is available to you and your family.Job DescriptionAbout the role We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary with 3+ years' experience to support our dynamic Perth office.
The successful candidate will be employed on a full time basis joining our support team.
Duties will vary but you can expect to spend time across the following:
Document management (organisation and filing on electronic files)Management of billing process, including e-billingEntering disbursements and sundry accounts (Affinity, however transitioning to Elite3E in 2024)Client reportingDrafting court documents, court filing, arranging service of documentsArranging couriersCompiling e-briefs to counsel and other expertsWord processingDrafting, editing and despatching lettersDrafting and submitting relevant Medicare / Centrelink formsArranging medical appointmentsOpening and closing filesDesired Skills and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will have at least 3+ years' experience in a legal administrative position with exposure to litigation, ideally supporting an insurance team.
You'll have strong MS Office proficiency, impeccable organisation and self-management skills, and at least 60 wpm accurate typing skills.
We prioritise team success, and an attitude that we should all lift-up those we work with – your success in this role will be reliant on your ability to engage with your colleagues and help grow our team's practice.
We also value a sense of humour and the ability to make the office an enjoyable and friendly place to work.
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages, and cultures.
We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please talk to our People Advisor, Georgia Steele on 08 8215 7032 about joining Gilchrist Connell.
Alternatively, hit the apply button to submit your CV and cover letter.
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