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IntroductionWho are we?
Gilchrist Connell is a leading national law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.
We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive.
In 2024, for the fifth consecutive year , Gilchrist Connell is one of only 31 firms recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice . Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work , we adhere to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.
The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, supportive flexible working practices, leading employee support programs and benefits.
What do we offer you?
- Gilchrist Connell offers a wide range of benefits including:
- A culture built by real people committed to each other and their clients’ success! Our firm has a collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand.
- Access to an experienced team of lawyers at different levels who are dedicated to helping you learn and grow in your role and to provide support while you do so
- Flexibility to manage your time. Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.
- Responsibility for and meaning in your work.
- A truly diverse and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm, and our clients.
- Community mindset. We recognise our role as a corporate citizen and invest in a standalone pro bono practice and community response.
- Access to professional development opportunities with leading external providers.
- A competitive salary with discretionary incentives linked to firm performance.
- Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm’s cost.
- Market leading family friendly policies entitlements over and above government entitlements.
- Comprehensive wellbeing support services through our EAP Provider and Osara Health which is available to you and your family.
- Access to corporate discounts for over 400 retailers.
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About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary with 2+ years’ experienceto support our dynamic Perth office. The successful candidate will be employed on a full-time basis joining our support team.
Duties will vary but you can expect to spend time across the following:
- Document management (organisation and filing on electronic files)
- Management of billing process, including e-billing
- Entering disbursements and sundry accounts (Elite3E)
- Client reporting
- Drafting court documents, court filing, arranging service of documents
- Arranging couriers
- Compiling e-briefs to counsel and other experts
- Word processing
- Drafting, editing and despatching letters
- Drafting and submitting relevant Medicare / Centrelink forms
- Arranging medical appointments
- Opening and closing files
- Arranging interstate travel
Skills And Experiences
To be successful in this role, you will have at least 2+ years’ experience in a legal administrative position with exposure to litigation, ideally supporting an insurance team. You’ll have strong MS Office proficiency, impeccable organisation and self-management skills, and at least 60 wpm accurate typing skills. We prioritise team success, and an attitude that we should all lift-up those we work with – your success in this role will be reliant on your ability to engage with your colleagues and help grow our team’s practice. We also value a sense of humour and the ability to make the office an enjoyable and friendly place to work.
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages, and cultures. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please talk to our People Assistant , Jessica Lloyd on +61 2 8240 8083 about joining Gilchrist Connell. Alternatively, hit the apply button to submit your CV and cover letter.
A quick note to agencies – we don’t need support with this role at present. Thank you.