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About Us 

Meridian Lawyers is a dynamic and innovative law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. Clients look to our experienced and award-winning team for advice in Insurance, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property and Health Law.

We are known for providing exceptional quality legal advice that is both strategic and practical. It is this blend of technical expertise and the personal relationships we have with our clients that sets us apart from our competitors.

About the Role

This is a legal assistant role in our Recoveries team that can be based in our Melbourne or Sydney office. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• preparing correspondence and legal documents including amendments/word processing
• preparing briefs to counsel 
• opening and closing files
• assisting with the preparation of presentations for business development initiatives
• attending on billing including generating draft bills, billing edits and finalisation
• arranging appointments (matter related and general)
• reconciling expenses
• liaising with courts, tribunals, government provider, service providers and third-party providers
• monitoring matter workflow and diarising key events
• assisting with client reporting 

About You 

You will have a minimum of 4 years' previous experience in a legal administration role with skills in the MS suite. You are well known for your professional composure with the ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and integrity. You will also have strong client service orientation, excellent time management skills, take pride in your work and be a team player.

If you are looking for a fast-paced role, have a ‘can do’ attitude, and a willingness to be a key member of a busy, motivated and friendly legal team, then we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Joining Meridian Lawyers means joining a practice known for our specialisation and capability. We are a values driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input and innovation from all levels of the business. Our culture is unique in our industry.

If you want to work in a team environment that is focussed on your development, be supported while enjoying a high level of autonomy and be part of a collegiate and inspiring team, Meridian Lawyers is the right place for you.

We strive to be an employer of choice and understand that it is the contribution our people that makes our business successful. We have a range of benefits that reward excellence, that include:

• A commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds program
• Supportive of hybrid working arrangements
• Wellbeing initiatives including regular health and skin checks, flu vaccinations
• A range of discounts and services through a variety of leading retail and service partners
• Salary sacrificing options
• A Personal Enjoyment Day
• An employee referral program

Next Steps

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you then please submit your CV via this advertisement. Visit www.meridianlawyers.com.au/careers to meet our people and learn more about our business.