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About the Role

This role involves representing individuals affected by occupational diseases within the national Asbestos and Dust team. The team combines technical expertise with compassion to guide clients through their compensation journey and achieve exceptional outcomes. The position is based in Sydney, full-time, and permanent, offering continuous challenges and skill development. You will engage with clients, apply technical knowledge, and strive for fair outcomes.

Responsibilities

Engaging directly with clients to take detailed instructions and build strong relationships
Reviewing and interpreting complex records with a critical eye
Drafting clear, thoughtful written communications for clients
Preparing briefs and liaising with medical experts and allied health professionals
Drafting high-quality court documents with precision and care
Attending procedural hearings and representing the team in court
Collaborating closely with barristers to prepare matters for hearing

Requirements

Strong client service focus, personable approach, and commitment to social justice
A valid practising certificate
Prior experience working within a Personal Injury, Medical Negligence or Litigation environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships and trust
An ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent organisational skills, with high attention to detail
Excellent time management skills, and commitment to drive matters to resolution in a timely manner
A strong knowledge of the relevant procedural rules relevant to personal injury practice in Victoria
The ability to speak to clients from different backgrounds
A solutions focused outlook with a proactive approach to deliver quality outcomes
Successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks

Skills

Client service
Communication
Relationship building
Teamwork
Organisation
Attention to detail
Time management
Legal drafting
Liaison with experts
Court document preparation
Collaboration with barristers

Location

Sydney

Work Type

Full-time
Permanent
Hybrid flex working model

Experience Level

At least 1 year PAE (Post Admission Experience)

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 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

About the Company

For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most, extending 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.
Maurice Blackburn is one of Australia’s most respected law firms.
Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.
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.
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.

Equal Opportunity

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.