Administrative Assistant

Exciting opportunity for Administrative Assistant in Brisbane

We have a great opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to support our Brisbane Office. We are looking for an organised and motivated individual who is eager to provide exceptional administrative support. Our team are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients whilst managing your own lifestyle and wellbeing. We have high expectations of our work but also an understanding of work life balance.

Who are we?

Gilchrist Connell is a leading insurance sector law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth. Our particular focus is on general insurance, employment, recoveries, and defendant-side dispute resolution. We also provide corporate and commercial advice and front-end solutions to businesses throughout all stages of their life cycle.

In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.

For the fourth 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, the Firm adheres to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.

We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive. The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, support of flexible working practices, leading support programs and employee benefits.

Who are you?

The ideal candidate will have:

• a strong work ethic
• great organisational skills
• attention to detail skills
• excellent communications 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.

What does a standard week look like?

• Answering and directing calls in a professional manner
• Preparing boardroom, welcoming clients and clearing the boardroom for further use
• Deliveries and collections within the CBD
• Filing (physical and electronic) 
• Collecting, processing and distributing mail 
• Electronic filing of court documents
• Scanning, printing and archiving 
• Tidying and stocking the office, kitchen and stationery areas
• Assisting the Legal Secretary team with tasks
• Coordinating office functions
• Any other ad-hoc administrative tasks as your skills grow

What do we offer you?

• A great and dynamic culture! Our firm has a true collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand. Our partners are accessible and supportive and have a genuine willingness to involve you in client relationships at a high level.
• Flexibility to manage your time. Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.
• Responsibility for and meaning in your work. We believe that you have to enjoy your work and be given the ownership to make decisions and solve problems for sophisticated and knowledgeable clients.
• We are committed to fostering a truly diverse and inclusive workplace so that all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm, and our clients.
• We recognise our role as a corporate citizen and invest in a standalone pro bono practice and community response.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our internal GC Learning program and leading external providers.
• A competitive salary and firm wide, team or individual incentives when you least expect it but deserve it.
• Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm’s cost.
• Extensive parental leave entitlements over and above government allowances.
• A comprehensive Wellbeing and EAP service available for you and your family.

To be successful in this role, you will have at least 6 months of office experience and great attention to detail. You will have strong MS Office proficiency, impeccable organisation and self-management skills with a strong ability to prioritise your day and tasks. We also value a sense of humour and the ability to make the office an enjoyable and friendly place to work.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please talk to our People Coordinator, Rachel Gerreyn on 03 9611 8*** 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.