AddressTurks are currently seeking a Junior Legal Assistant to join our Life Insurance, Superannuation and Financial Advice practice group in Sydney on a full-time basis.
As an award-winning law firm, we measure our success through the high level of satisfaction and engagement we achieve with our clients and our team, with this role being critical to attain this goal.
By joining Turks, you will be rewarded with long-term career opportunities and development, in a friendly, approachable and supportive team-based environment.
Responsibilities
You will take responsibility and ownership over a range of tasks, including but not limited to:
- preparation and drafting of court documents/correspondence;
- diary management;
- brief preparation;
- monthly billing;
- opening/closing files;
- executive/ personal assistant duties as required;
- assisting lawyers as necessary; and
- general secretarial and administrative tasks.
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- recent experience in administration;
- an interest in your own professional development and growth;
- exceptional organisational skills; and
- a meticulous eye for detail and accurate proof reading skills.
- have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
- ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively to work within tight time frames;
- enthusiastic, committed and proactive approach to work;
- a commitment to a career in legal support; and
- ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Here at Turks, we focus on what we do best - delivering innovative and practical solutions to the legal and business hurdles which our clients face. Our client focussed approach ensures we always deliver on our promises, building relationships based on trust and collaboration.
We pride ourselves on our passion for excellence, teamwork, integrity and leadership, which is embodied through our values that guide us in our day to day activities and product offerings. We are committed to diversity and a culture of inclusion, recognising our differences as a source of strength and imperative to our success. Our social and people-oriented environment aims to improve our peoples lives both in and outside of the workplace, which includes:
- ongoing training and development;
- team and firm wide social events;
- CSR activities, including volunteer days;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- competitive paid parental leave scheme and return to work benefits;
- employee achievement awards;
- discounted gym and health insurance memberships;
- plus many more!
