Legal Assistant

About Meridian

At Meridian, our people are our difference and the reason why many choose to build their careers here.

We are a national law firm with a strong reputation for legal expertise, practical advice and lasting client relationships. Our clients value our technical strength, commercial focus and collaborative approach, but what truly sets us apart is how we work together.

Across Insurance, Health, Corporate & Commercial, Workplace Relations & Safety, and Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, we work as one team - sharing knowledge, supporting each other and creating an environment where people are trusted, encouraged to grow and recognised for the contribution they make. Meridian is a place where high standards and a supportive culture go hand in hand.

About the team

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Insurance Litigation team in Melbourne.

Working closely with Principal Lawyers and a team of lawyers, you will contribute to a broad range of matters across public and product liability, including personal injury and property damage. You will play an important role in helping the team deliver practical, timely and commercially focused outcomes for clients.

You’ll join a close-knit, high-performing and dynamic team known for its collaborative approach, strong technical capability and commitment to excellence.

About the role

This role is an opportunity to grow your career in a team that values initiative, professionalism, collaboration and strong client service. You will be trusted to make a meaningful contribution, supported in your development and given the opportunity to deepen your expertise over time.

As a pivotal member of the team, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a varied workload with competing priorities and important deadlines. Your responsibilities will include preparing WIP and pre-bills, supporting monthly billing and debtor management, opening new matters, conducting conflict checks, maintaining electronic files, liaising with courts, preparing briefs, drafting and amending legal correspondence and documents, assisting with reporting processes and providing broader support to the team as required.

For the right person, this is a role that offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, build lasting professional relationships and grow your career in a firm that is ambitious, supportive and genuinely enjoyable to be part of.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• At least two years’ experience in a legal administration or legal assistant role within a law firm or professional services environment
• Ideally, exposure to Insurance Litigation matters
• A strong client service focus and the ability to build positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines with confidence
• A high level of professionalism, discretion and integrity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do approach to your work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong typing and document management skills, including a typing speed of approximately 70 wpm
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with experience in Aderant Expert and iManage viewed favourably
• A collaborative mindset and genuine willingness to support others and contribute positively to the team
• Completion of Higher School Certificate (or equivalent)

Why join us?

At Meridian, we believe great work is achieved by great people working together.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a team that is approachable, invested in your success and committed to helping you build a rewarding career. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced and supportive leaders, contribute to high-quality matters and develop your skills in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

We offer meaningful work, genuine mentoring, flexibility, wellbeing support and benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. It is a place where you can build capability, confidence and momentum in your career, while feeling connected to the people around you. See list of our benefits below:

• Supported hybrid working model
• 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 (including novated leases)
• An additional paid Personal Enjoyment Day each calendar year
• Ability to purchase up to 1 week of additional annual leave per financial year
• An employee referral program
• A commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds program

Next Steps

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your CV via this advertisement.

To learn more about our people and Meridian before applying, please contact our People & Culture team