Dispute Resolution | Sydney, Melbourne
Permanent full time role
Suited to a career Paralegal
Melbourne or Sydney location
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 health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firm
About the role and team
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join our high performing Smarter Recovery Solutions practice. The Smarter Recovery Solutions team is a specialised team in our Dispute Resolution team who act for a large number of clients and manage a high volume practice providing advice and solutions in relation to debt recovery.
We are seeking a full-time and experienced Paralegal to work with our busy team in managing their own debt recovery files (with supervision). The successful candidate will need to be familiar with court processes and documents, have good practice management skills including managing their own billable time. This exciting role will have direct contact with our clients and will be highly motivated, organised and efficient and work cohesively with our great team.
About you
You will ideally have the following skills and experience:
3+ years' experience as a paralegal (managing files end to end);
Experience in court processes and procedures;
Experience in bankruptcy and winding up applications (ideal but not essential);
Highly organised and ability to prioritise competing tasks;
Strong attention to detail; and
Clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal).
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.
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, faster and cheaper. Smarter Law includes enabling technology, challenging business models, innovative pricing and creative resourcing.
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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 Sally Cai, Talent Acquisition Advisor at ****** for a confidential discussion.
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