Associate (Work Injuries)

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Maurice Blackburn is seeking an Associate in Work Injuries based in South East Melbourne to manage a varied portfolio from inception to resolution, provide empathetic legal advice, draft documents, develop strategies, and mentor junior team members. You must be admitted to practice in Victoria with a current practising certificate and have experience in Work Injuries or related plaintiff work, plus strong knowledge of relevant legislation, excellent client relationship and communication skills, and solid organisational, analytical and negotiation abilities. The firm offers a collaborative culture with ongoing coaching, hybrid work options, generous parental leave, wellbeing support and a commitment to access to justice. Circle Back guarantees a response to all applicants and background checks will be required.

Company Description

We welcome fearless thinkers.

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. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.

We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people’s lives, which is why we are one of Australia’s most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to further develop their plaintiff practice career within a highly regarded Work Injuries team. You will manage your own matters with increasing autonomy while working alongside experienced practitioners who are passionate about achieving justice for clients.

Based in South East Melbourne, you will play a key role in supporting clients through what is often one of the most challenging periods of their lives.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Associate, you will:

• Manage a varied portfolio of Work Injuries matters from inception through to resolution
• Provide clear, practical and empathetic legal advice tailored to clients' individual circumstances
• Draft legal documents, correspondence and court materials with a high degree of accuracy
• Develop and implement effective legal strategies to progress matters and achieve the best possible outcomes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referrers, medical professionals, counsel and other stakeholders
• Participate in negotiations, conferences and advocacy opportunities appropriate to your experience level
• Maintain excellent file management, billing, time recording and compliance practices
• Contribute to business development initiatives and professional networking activities
• Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Admission to practice in Victoria and a current Australian practising certificate
• Experience in Work Injuries, Personal Injury or a related plaintiff law practice
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, legal principles and court processes
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Strong analytical, negotiation and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines
• A genuine commitment to client service and access to justice
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice technology

If you're looking to build your career with a leading plaintiff law firm and are passionate about helping injured workers achieve the outcomes they deserve, we'd love to hear from you.

Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
• Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement
• Fitness and wellbeing discounts
• A hybrid flex working model
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

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Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.

We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.

Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now.

Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant.

Additional Information

Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant. 

Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace