About us
We’re passionate about what we do and want you to be too.
Moray & Agnew is one of Australia’s leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets. We’re proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide.
With over 110 partners, our teams are organised into three strategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:
* Insurance – including commercial classes such as financial lines, professional indemnity, public & product liability, life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
* Commercial & Workplace – spanning corporate and commercial, construction and projects, property and environment, commercial dispute resolution, insolvency, owners’ corporation and workplace law
* Government – spanning local, state and federal government
Our clients include Australian and international insurers and reinsurers, corporates of all sizes, and federal, state and local government.
Nationally, over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legal advice and representation, coupled with exceptional client service and support, across our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns.
Our partners are committed to fostering flexible, inclusive and diverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highest percentage of female partners according to the AFR Law Partnership Survey, July 2024.
We value technical excellence and collegiality, offer a great workplace culture and excellent opportunities to further your career, whether you are just starting out, are an experienced lawyer or a business services professional.
About the role
An exciting entry-level career opportunity has arisen in our Newcastle office for a full-time Legal Office Junior to join our CTP personal injury insurance team.
This role is ideal for those looking to start a career in legal administration and gain valuable, hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Join a collaborative team where your growth and development are encouraged.
You will have a varied workload, including:
* Providing entry level administrative support to a team of legal and support staff
* Assisting with document preparation for legal matters under supervision
* Relief reception duties
* Preparing external electronic mail
* Collating letters, letters of instructions to doctors and experts, briefs to counsel and forms
* General duties such as scanning, electronic filing and electronic file sorting
You will receive one-on-one training and be mentored by experienced legal secretaries to help you develop your skills and gain confidence in your role.
About you
You are enthusiastic about starting a career in legal administration and eager to develop your skills within a team-oriented environment. You will have:
* A desire to work towards a long-term career in legal administration
* Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to demonstrate initiative
* Enthusiasm and a willingness to work collaboratively or independently
* Highly developed communication skills
Previous office-based work experience and/or a TAFE certificate in Business & Administration/Business & Legal is highly desirable, but a proactive and willing attitude is most important.
This role is particularly suitable for recent high school or TAFE graduates looking for their first step into the professional world.
It is not suitable for law students balancing study commitments, as the role requires full-time availability and a goal of a long term career in administration.
Culture & benefits of working with us
We work for great clients and advise them on interesting issues and matters so every day is different. We celebrate diverse thinking and experiences so you can bring your authentic self to the workplace. To support you, we offer a wide range of wellbeing and financial benefits, including:
* Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
* Health and wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family, corporate discounts at 400+ leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
* Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
* Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged, engaged and encouraged to grow
* Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
* Diversity, inclusion and equality policy and employee reference groups (LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Gender, Parents & Caregivers, Mature Workers and Health & Wellbeing) to ensure that we continue to live our values
* Dress for your day because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm.
How to apply
Applications will close 5.00pm on Friday 29 November 2024.
If this opportunity is attractive to you, please submit your cover letter and CV. If you are applying for a Paralegal, Law Graduate or Lawyer role, please also provide your academic transcript with your application.
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If you have questions about the recruitment process or require any adjustments to participate, please let us know in your application.
We prefer to connect with people directly and do not require recruitment agency assistance with this vacancy. Any applications submitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed will not be considered a valid introduction.