Your new company

Our client is a reputable government department that fosters a dynamic, inclusive and flexible work environment that values autonomy, integrity, and collaboration.

Your new role

You will sit within a collegiate team of lawyers while being responsible for the following :

• Provide a range of paralegal functions to support efficient divisional operations
• Monitor and implement improved office systems, procedures and methods to facilitate efficient team/unit operations and support continuous improvement
• Respond to enquiries and escalate and redirect issues as required, to ensure the provision of accurate information and quality customer services to stakeholders and service providers
• Provide case management support to ensure effective delivery of services
• Provide legal and non-legal administrative support to optimise efficiency and support the delivery of quality outcomes

What you'll need to succeed

• Paralegal experience supporting lawyers in personal injury cases. For example, in any of the following : workers' compensation, public liability, work injury or medical negligence, etc.

• You must be available to work full-time (5 days per week).

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide high-level customer service and liaise effectively with legal professionals.

• Sound research, analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent computer skills.

• Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise a range of tasks for stakeholders at various levels.

What you'll get in return

• 6-month fixed term contract
• Develop your legal support experience in-house within a government department
• Attractive salary package
• Work-life balance
• Darlinghurst location
• Work 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• 7-hour working day
• Supportive team

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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