* Permanent full-time position
* Hybrid and flexible working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
* Reward and recognition, including competitive remuneration and career progression
* 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
Learn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: bit.ly/HWbenefits
About the role and team
We have an opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our growing General Insurance section based in our Sydney office.
The role will provide administrative support to a number of fee-earners (including partners and lawyers of all levels) in the General Insurance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to hit the ground running and be part of a friendly, fast paced team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* telephone handling for the team;
* preparation of monthly billing;
* managing client file maintenance for the team;
* coordinating outgoing mail;
* assisting Partner with general practice management;
* maintaining Partner/lawyers’ contacts in our firm CRM InterAction, including assisting with list management on their behalf for events and communications;
* drafting of documentation as required; and
* other ad-hoc administration duties as required.
About you
We would like to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience:
* a minimum of one year of legal assistant experience in an insurance practice;
* experience in private practice is desirable;
* we will also consider applications from law students who are studying part-time and are able to commit to a full-time position;
* highly organised;
* a team player;
* excellent communication skills;
* experience in using legal billing system and client management program (e.g. Aderant would be desirable but not required); and
* experience in using document management system (e.g. iManage10 would be desirable but not required).
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.
Hear from our people about what it’s like to work at HW: bit.ly/HWpeople
Some of our recent awards and citations include:
* Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
* Law Firm of the Year (101-500 Lawyers) and Diversity Initiative of the Year at the 2022 Australasian Law Awards
* Ranked fourth in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2023 and 2024
* Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018
* Best Law and Related Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) and Best Professional Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) at the 2023 Client Choice Awards
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.
We are a firm of the future. We offer our people interesting and challenging work, and access to great clients. To learn more about HW visit our website.
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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 sally.cai@hallandwilcox.com.au for a confidential discussion.
This vacancy is being managed directly by the HW Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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