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For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.

We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people’s lives, which is why we are one of Australia’s most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a full-time Paralegal to join our Melbourne Class Actions Team on a 6-month fixed term contract, working with our Settlement Administration Team. We will also consider those looking to work part-time (minimum 4 days per week). This role will involve working with a team of senior Lawyers on a high-profile settlement administrations. This will be a busy and exciting opportunity for a high performing individual seeking to join Australia’s leading class actions practice. The successful candidate will possess excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, effective communications skills and a commitment to social justice.

Our Class Actions practice area is the largest in Australia and we are leaders in the field. We have recovered more than $3 billion for groups, individuals, shareholders and businesses that have suffered loss due to illegal behaviour by large corporations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing communications with group members, including telephone calls and responding to group member emails in response to requests for information
• Reviewing and updating claims data
• Assistance in resolving complex group member claim issues
• Participate in Class Actions events/activities where appropriate

The experience we are looking for

• Prior experience as a Paralegal is desirable but not essential
• A strong academic background and/or experience in a similar paralegal role
• Excellent organisational skills, with meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively
• Experience in using Microsoft Excel, updating databases, and/or manipulating data is advantageous
• An understanding of our client base and the capacity to demonstrate empathy and compassion
• Capability to prioritise tasks, adapt to a rapidly evolving environment, and demonstrate outstanding organisational skills
• A genuine passion for law and an eagerness to contribute within a collaborative work setting

Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
• Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement
• Fitness and wellbeing discounts
• A hybrid flex working model
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

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Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.

We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.

Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now.

Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant.

Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace