Legal Assistant

For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians, supporting people in moments that matter and continually pushing for better solutions. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together. Job Overview We welcome fearless thinkers. About the Team Our personal injuries team is dedicated to protecting the rights and entitlements of our clients. We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Maroochydore Personal Injuries team on a permanent full‑time basis. Job Description Answer and manage incoming calls Diary management File management Preparation of correspondence, court documents and briefs of evidence Day‑to‑day administrative support Qualifications Law student or experienced Legal Assistant seeking a new opportunity Experience in plaintiff or defendant law, preferably within a Personal Injuries practice group Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Strong organisational and time‑management skills Team player with proficiency in Microsoft Office Benefits Here are our exceptional Team MB Benefits: Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities 22 weeks parental leave with superannuation guaranteed and a back‑to‑work transition policy End‑of‑year leave: 1 day the first year, 4 days after 2 years Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and a $299 reimbursement A hybrid flex working model Salary Continuance & Life Insurance 17.5% annual leave loading Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail and entertainment discounts Values Our shared values—Courage, Compassion, Collaboration, Fairness and Tenacity—guide everything we do. Inclusive Culture We offer a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies. We encourage authentic self‑expression and welcome applicants from First Nations People and other diverse backgrounds. Apply Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role where every action you take makes a difference? Apply now. Background Checks All successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. Circle Back Initiative Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr