This is a Legal Assistant role with Zaparas Lawyers based in Melbourne, VIC, AU Zaparas Lawyers Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Legal Assistant role at Zaparas Lawyers Are you a Legal Assistant looking for a new challenge? We are looking for experienced Legal Assistants from different practice areas. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives through your work, we’d love to hear from you. There is an opportunity to join our growing and dedicated team in our Cranbourne office. The Opportunity At Zaparas Lawyers, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal service and making a meaningful impact on our clients' lives. As part of our team, you will play a key role in supporting our Personal Injury practice, ensuring clients receive the best possible outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to take your legal career to the next level in a collaborative and supportive environment. What You’ll Do: As a vital part of our team, you will be at the heart of our operations, providing essential legal support and client service for the Workcover Lawyer. Your daily responsibilities will keep you engaged, challenged, and constantly learning as you: Assist with general administration and filing Maintain calendars and diary appointments Develop a deeper understanding of litigation procedures in the respective department Open new files, prepare letters and correspondence, and draft medical-legal letters of instruction Compile briefs and court documents Proactively liaise with the supervising solicitor and relevant parties to advance files Monitor critical dates to ensure deadlines are met Respond to general enquiries via telephone and in-person Rewards and benefits A Performance Bonus plan Quarterly employee recognition awards Extra paid leave over the Christmas and New Year period Flexible work options EOY and EOFY staff parties and team social gatherings Company paid parental leave between 12 and 26 weeks (based on years of service) Company paid annual flu vaccination and skin cancer checks Health & Wellbeing programs and support. Why Zaparas? From day 1, you will feel right at home From the moment you walk into any of our offices, you will be warmly welcomed as part of our family. We support each other during difficult times, celebrate wins and milestones together and have a genuine care for your well-being and your personal and professional development. Working with the best Through continuous learning and development programs and by giving you the opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers and barristers in the industry, we will work with you to achieve your full potential. Supporting your career goals A career at Zaparas Lawyers is unique and offers training, responsibility and autonomy required for your professional development. Our Legal Assistants have the opportunity to network and contribute to continuous improvement through a structured collaboration and development program. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a team that values your skills and empowers you to grow, apply today! Only successful applicants will be contacted. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Zaparas Lawyers team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ️ Assisting with administration Managing calendars Liaising with solicitors Key Strengths Legal administration Client service ⚖️ Litigation procedures A Final Note: This is a role with Zaparas Lawyers not with Hatch.
