Address“Being the best isn’t just about being the best professionals. It’s about being the best place to work, grow, be yourself.”
Wotton + Kearney (W+K) has been in the insurance and risk business for just over 20 years. From a founding partnership of two in 2002, W+K has grown to be a market-leading firm with more than 600 people across Australia and New Zealand.
The role
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy providing exceptional support? Are you detail-oriented and possess a strong work ethic? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team in Adelaide. In this role, you will work closely with our fee earners providing high quality legal support, enhancing the smooth running of the Adelaide Financial Lines practice.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to Partner, Lawyers and the wider team
- Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and ensure timely completion of deadlines
- Prepare and organise legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, and trial materials
- Assist with processing of expenses
- Running reports, and assisting with presentation management as required
- Assist with client communication and ensure a positive client experience
- Manage legal files electronically and maintain a well-organised filing system
- Perform other administrative duties as required
- NO BILLING!!
- Minimum of 4 years legal admin experience within a busy litigation team.
- Insurance experience will be highly regarded.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience using programs such as Aderant and WorkSite.
- Strong understanding of computer software with an intermediate to advance knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
- A keen eye for detail.
- A customer-service focus.
- A self-motivated outlook, pro-active personality and have a strong work ethic.
- The ability to take initiative, solve problems and demonstrate you care about your work product.
At Wotton + Kearney, our core values of relationships, excellence, and diversity are not mere words on a wall but principles that guide our everyday actions. We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and inclusion, ensuring that these values are lived and breathed by each member of our firm.
Culturally, it is important to us that if you are part of the high performing W+K team that you feel supported and valued for your contribution. These are some of the ways we achieve this goal:
- FLEX for all. We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part-time, working “irregular hours” or working from home – then so can we.
- Our mentoring program offers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
- Our culture sets us apart. Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
- We give back to the community. Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
- Leaders of the pack. Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!
- Supporting you with generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.
For more information about Wotton + Kearney, please visit our website at https://www.wottonkearney.com.au/.
How to apply
Please navigate via the “apply now” link.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton + Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Ellie Guy, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on (02) 9071 1***.
Additional information
- Join the best: band 1 insurance firm and fastest growing law firm in Australia
- Be part of our growth story: Ranked fastest growing law firm in Australia!
- FLEX for all: program ensuring equitable access to flexible working for all
