Solicitor
Australia
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Work type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Sydney (CBD)
Categories: Legal Practice
About us
Meridian Lawyers is a dynamic and innovative law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. Clients look to our experienced and award-winning team for advice in Insurance, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property and Health Law.
We are known for providing exceptional quality legal advice that is both strategic and practical. It is this blend of technical expertise and the personal relationships we have with our clients that sets us apart from our competitors.
About the Role
This fantastic opportunity is for a Junior Solicitor to join our high - performing Insurance Litigation team in our Sydney office. Ideally, you will be a 1- 3 PQE lawyer with a keen interest in insurance litigation.
This fast-paced role will see you working on a wide variety of litigated and non – litigated public liability, product liability and professional indemnity matters. You will be provided with an exciting and unique opportunity to work alongside one of our highly regarded, friendly and approachable Principals whilst being provided excellent mentoring to develop your career.
Key duties and responsibilities
Provision of legal advice to clients
Providing exceptional client service and legal advice to clients as and when required in the context of working within a team environment;
Carrying out tasks delegated to the practitioner in accordance with the delegation;
Managing matters delegated to the practitioner in accordance with the delegation, at all times keeping the practitioner’s Principal informed of progress, and referring to the Principal any issues arising that are beyond the scope of the delegation or the experience of the practitioner;
Responding to client queries in a timely manner;
Ensuring that the provision of legal advice to each client is provided, and the client’s matter is managed, in accordance with the requirements set out in the client’s engagement of Meridian Lawyers, relevant professional conduct rules and other statutory requirements;
Reviewing all files at least on a quarterly basis for follow up, unless the client’s engagement of Meridian Lawyers stipulates a more regular review;
Working closely with the other members of the team to ensure that timely advice is provided to all clients of the practice.
Professional, business and team development
Participating in continuing professional development workshops that are relevant to the practitioner’s practice within the team, whether held within Meridian Lawyers or externally, so as to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements;
Participating, to the extent practicable having regard to the practitioner’s experience and seniority, in Meridian Lawyers’ business development initiatives, including by making appropriate contributions to the firm’s business growth strategies. For example, this may involve the preparation of content for journals, website content or other media, presenting papers at conferences, presentations at client/stakeholder workshops, attending networking events or entertaining clients;
Attending and participating in team meetings.
Administration and practice management
Ensuring that electronic time sheets are completed in Aderant Expert on a daily basis, whether by the practitioner or administrative support;
Using all reasonable endeavors to achieve revenue budgets set for the practitioner, having regard to workflow within the team;
Ensuring files are up to date and in conjunction with the administrative team that they are maintained in a neat and orderly fashion;
For matters under the practitioner’s management: monitoring and managing work in progress and debtors and, in conjunction with the practitioner’s Principal, invoicing clients and following up debtors.
Other
Undertake any other duties as required by the practitioner’s Principal.
About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:
A completed Law degree
Genuine interest in Insurance Litigation Law
1-2 years post – admission experience gained working within an Insurance Litigation practice team’
A pro – active client service orientated attitude with an excellent work ethic
A collaborative approach to your work and pride yourself, on your commitment, resilience and passion for your work
Excellent communication and organisational skill
Skills & Abilities
Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels of the business
High levels of time management and prioritisation abilities
Capacity to problem solve and think laterally
Capacity to plan and organise work schedules
Well – developed cognitive and analytical capability
Flexible and agile with the ability to manage and embed change
Personal Qualities
Team player
Positive and helpful manner
Ability to deal effectively with a broad range of people at all levels in business
Active listener and receptive to feedback.
Innovative and alert to opportunities for continuous improvement and learning
Strong work ethic
Joining Meridian Lawyers means joining a practice known for our specialisation and capability. We are a values driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input and innovation from all levels of the business. Our culture is unique in our industry.
If you want to work in a team environment that is focussed on your development, be supported while enjoying a high level of autonomy and be part of a collegiate and inspiring team, Meridian Lawyers is the right place for you.
We strive to be an employer of choice and understand that it is the contribution of our people that makes our business successful. We have a range of benefits that reward excellence, that include:
A commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds program
Wellbeing initiatives including regular health and skin checks, flu vaccinations
A range of discounts and services through a variety of leading retail and service partners
Salary sacrificing options
An additional paid Personal Enjoyment Day each calendar year
A competitive employee referral program
Next Steps
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you then please submit your CV via this advertisement.
Advertised: 12 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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