We welcome fearless thinkers.

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.

About the Role

Are you ready for a change? Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Look no further!

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our Brisbane office as a Business Services and Reception Supervisor on a 18 month fixed-term contract. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading a small but close-knit group of professionals in providing accurate and timely business services support.

In this crucial role, no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while supporting all areas of the business. Reporting directly to the Facilities and Services Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office and delivering exceptional service to our clients and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the Business Services and Reception function for Brisbane office
• Provide coaching and guidance to the business services team members
• Ensuring general office management and oversight
• Support with facilities related enquiries
• Liaising with building management for all tenancy and security related issues alongside the Facilities Team
• Monitoring and arranging continued servicing and maintaining all office supplies
• Ensuring court documents are filed, collected and banking carried out each day
• Event/conference management
• Supporting and administering costing functions for our legal practice teams

If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a difference, this is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to take the next step in their career.

The experience we are looking for 

• Friendly and easy going, ‘can do’ attitude
• Experience in the supervision and positive development of staff
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a wide range of client groups
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Experience in event management beneficial

Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities 
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• 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
• 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.