Legal Assistant - Insurance

Nulsen Disability Services; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts to gyms and studios

Job summary

Mills Oakley is seeking a Legal Assistant with 2+ years' experience to join our Perth Insurance team. You will support a busy group, manage calendars, organise travel, and handle a range of administrative duties with accuracy and discretion.

The role emphasizes strong communication, professional presentation, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced law practice. There is a collaborative culture and opportunities to contribute to high-profile insurance matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant or PA in a law firm.
• Strong diary management and client-service orientation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Extensive diary management.
• Scheduling appointments.
• Organisation of domestic and international travel.
• Preparation and reconciliation of expenses.
• Client liaison and management.
• Preparing legal documents.
• Opening and closing of files.
• Organising events & functions.
• PA duties as required.

Skills

Diary management

Client service

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Word

Job description

An opportunity for a Legal Assistant with 2+ years' experience to join our Perth Insurance team working with Mark Civitella and Rebecca Roberts.

About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to work in our Perth Insurance Law practice. Supporting a busy team you will display a willingness to learn and have experience in either litigation or insurance from within a fast-paced law practice group. You will be regarded as an integral member who will provide superior administrative support and a variety of ad-hoc duties.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Extensive diary management;
• Scheduling appointments;
• Organisation of domestic and international travel;
• Preparation and reconciliation of expenses;
• Client liaison and management;
• Preparing legal documents;
• Opening and closing of files;
• Organising events & functions;
• File management; and
• PA duties as required.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have Legal/Personal Assistant experience with excellent communication and diary management skills, with a client service focus. You will be proficient in MS Word and formatting, and have the ability to prioritise tasks, display initiative, and have exceptional attention to detail. A professional outlook, backed by a great sense of humour would see you fit in well with the team.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career in a fun, fast paced team environment.

What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:

• Dress for your day;
• Discounted health insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
• Competitive referral bonus; and
• Other amazing perks!