Junior Legal Assistant

Slater and Gordon Lawyers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary increase (annual)

Paid service leave

Wellness reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Slater and Gordon Lawyers is seeking a Junior Legal Assistant to join the Workers Compensation team in Perth on a full-time, 5 days per week, 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support senior staff with administrative tasks, client enquiries and matter management to ensure high-quality service and efficient operations.

With an emphasis on hybrid work arrangements and career development, you will help shape the day-to-day experience for clients and colleagues while building strong

Qualifications

• Demonstrates commitment to high-quality service.
• Has a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Keen to learn and grow with the business.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyers and senior legal support staff.
• Assist with client enquiries and matter management.
• Support day-to-day experience for clients and colleagues.

Skills

Client liaison

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

At Slater and Gordon, purpose meets progress. If you want to do work that matters and make a real impact, you'll find it here.

As a leading personal injury and class actions firm, we're committed to opening up access to justice for more Australians. Every member of our team plays a vital part in that mission, whether you're working directly with clients or supporting our people behind the scenes.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Junior Legal Assistant to join our Workers Compensation team in Perth on a full-time, 5 days per week, 12-month fixed-term contract.

As part of our legal support team, you will help shape the day-to-day experience for clients and colleagues, providing purpose-driven service that keeps our work moving and our standards high. You will support senior legal support staff and lawyers with administrative tasks, client enquiries and matter management.

Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement enjoy:

• A confirmed annual 1 July salary increase.
• Additional paid service leave.
• An annual wellness reimbursement.
• Career development opportunities and access to learning programs.
• Genuine work-life balance through hybrid work arrangements and real flexibility.

More broadly, at Slater and Gordon you:

• Support powerful outcomes - your work underpins the delivery of meaningful legal services and better outcomes for clients.
• Grow your career with real opportunity - internal mobility, professional growth, mentorship and exposure across teams and functions.
• Belong to an inclusive community - different backgrounds, real flexibility and stronger teams shaped by compassion and respect.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to high quality service and takes pride in supporting outcomes that matter.
• Brings a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to their work.
• Is keen to learn, develop their skills and grow with the business.
• Builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues and communicates clearly and respectfully.
• Is open to feedback and interested in developing a career in the legal field.

What will you bring

You will bring:

• A client-focused approach and the ability to liaise with clients in a warm and professional manner.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities.
• The ability to maintain accurate file notes, update client and matter information, manage Workflow tasks and provide administrative support to lawyers and senior legal support staff.
• A willingness to learn, contribute to team culture and support continuous improvement.

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of our application process.

Acknowledgement of Country

Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.

Diversity and inclusion

Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.

We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

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