The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administration Assistant to join our Disputes and Insolvency team in our Brisbane office on a full-time 12-month fixed term traineeship.

The role provides opportunity for advancement, and it is envisaged the applicant may be offered a role as a Legal Secretary within the team after 12-18 months.

This role will be working closely with the Commercial support and professional staff on a wide variety of work, providing a high level of administrative support.

Core duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

• Photocopying and collating all forms of client correspondence;
• Assistance with preparing and/or attending to incoming and outgoing mail within the division, including couriers and deliveries; and
• Assistance with end of month billing preparation and general administrative duties of the division as required.

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills;
• A friendly, professional, and team player attitude;
• The ability to pay close attention to detail and pick up new tasks quickly;
• Intermediate typing skills (touch typing);
• A high level of motivation and enthusiasm; and
• Be organised, focused and detail orientated.

The Firm

McInnes Wilson Lawyers is one of the largest Queensland-based law firms, ranked among the top 100 privately-owned companies in the state.

Since the firm's establishment in 1975, we have grown to include 48 Principals and over 300 staff, with offices in Brisbane, Southport, Maroochydore, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide.

The firm consistently out-performs larger competitors on value, service and technical excellence across a broad range of specialised legal services including construction, commercial, insurance, property and personal services.

Rewards and Benefits

With annual performance and development reviews, a Live Well program including complimentary personal training and on-site massage, the firm also offers fortnightly in-house training and a mentoring program.

A competitive salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with skills and experience.

Special Requirements

Employment will require a criminal history check.

Applications

Applications should include a current curriculum vitae and a detailed cover letter that outlines how the candidate requirements are met.

For further information please contact Human Resources on (07) 3518 4851.