Receptionist

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities

End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years

Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave

22 Weeks Parental leave with superannuation

Rewards and recognition platform

Salary Continuance & Life Insurance

17.5% Annual Leave Loading

Job summary

A respected law firm in Brisbane is seeking a receptionist who will serve as the welcoming face and voice of the firm. Key responsibilities include managing calls, greeting guests, and providing information to clients. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, an organised approach, and a passion for service. Benefits include ongoing development opportunities and comprehensive leave policies. This role provides a unique chance to make a positive impact on the lives of clients.

Qualifications

• Calm and organised approach to tasks.
• Experience in reception or admin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage calls, greet guests, and coordinate meeting spaces.
• Provide timely and accurate information to clients.
• Keep reception running smoothly and professionally.
• Support teams with admin tasks and calendar management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Multitasking skills

Organised approach

Passion for helping others

Job description

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.

The Opportunity

Join Maurice Blackburn and play a vital role in making justice accessible to all. As our receptionist, you’ll be the welcoming face and voice of our firm, supporting clients with compassion, clarity, and professionalism from the moment they walk through our doors or pick up the phone.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• A supportive team fast-paced environment
• Opportunities to grow and develop your skills
• A chance to contribute meaningfully to a purpose-driven organisation.

What You’ll Do

• Manage calls, greet guests, and coordinate meeting spaces
• Provide timely, accurate information to clients
• Keep reception running smoothly and professionally
• Support teams with admin tasks and calendar management.

What You Bring

• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• A calm, organised approach
• A passion for helping others and delivering exceptional service
• Reception or admin experience (a plus, not a must)
• Bonus: knowledge of court systems or legal processes

Ready to make a difference with every interaction? Let’s talk.

Additional Information

Team MB Benefits

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
• 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
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

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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