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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

We are looking for a Trainee Legal Assistant to join our Work Injuries team based in our Dandenong office on a full-time, permanent basis. We are also open to part-time (4 days per week). This role is a great way to join a fantastic team and grow your career within Maurice Blackburn and will suit someone looking for an opportunity to enter the legal industry.

You will be a vital part to the team by providing quality reception and administrative assistance for the Dandenong office. You will build upon your client service skills by providing support to our clients when they need it most.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer all incoming client enquiries and assist or transfer calls where appropriate
• Provide accurate updates and information to clients within a timely manner and manage expectations
• Manage the administration of all client files from open to close
• Produce client correspondence and prepare court documents as requested
• Arrange and manage diaries, appointments and meetings
• Action all incoming mail
• Prepare bills for clients
• Any other generalist administrative tasks as requested

The experience we are looking for

Our ideal candidate has experience in a law firm or professional services firm, but don't worry if you don't - it's not essential!

What we do need is someone with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, who can work with a diverse range of clients. You'll need to be detail-oriented and highly organised, with strong time management skills to keep up with our fast-paced environment. We're looking for a team player who can juggle multiple demands and is proficient in the Microsoft Office suite. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and work under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a hardworking team

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

… just to name a few. *T's & C's apply

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