Administration Assistant - Disputes & Insolvency (Brisbane)

Administration Assistant - Disputes & Insolvency

McInnes Wilson Lawyers Pty Ltd in Brisbane, QLD, is seeking a full-time Administration Assistant to join its Disputes & Insolvency team. This onsite position offers on-the-job mentoring, training, and support, with a focus on developing individuals within the legal profession. The role is ideal for a diligent, customer-centric individual who enjoys collaboration and wishes to advance their professional and legal career.

The Role This position is designed for an individual with transferable administrative experience, seeking an entry-level opportunity within legal practice. Essential qualities for this role include accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism, as you will support the legal team and ensure timely document preparation. While prior experience is not a prerequisite, a high level of attention to detail, motivation, and a commitment to learning are paramount. The firm is interested in your strengths, ambitions, potential contributions, and career aspirations.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing basic legal documents and correspondence.
• Preparing and issuing monthly tax invoices.
• Processing receipting and payments.
• Filing documents with the Courts.
• Scheduling meetings and organising calendars.
• Diary management.
• File management, including saving emails and correspondence to files.
• Directing telephone enquiries.
• Liaising with stakeholders, including clients, Lawyers, Barristers, and Principals.
• Opening new files and undertaking conflict searches.
• Archiving files.
• Mailing out documents.
• Undertaking other general administrative tasks as required.

Role Requirements As this is a junior role, prior experience may not be expected. Key attributes sought are a high level of attention to detail, motivation, and commitment to learn. Additionally, candidates should possess:

• Outstanding time management skills and a strong commitment to consistency.
• A natural inclination for taking initiative.
• The ability to be a self-starter while also thriving in a collaborative work environment.
• Confidence in building lasting relationships with colleagues and clients.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft 365 suite, along with a natural flair for technology.

About Us McInnes Wilson Lawyers is a leading independent, full-service law firm with offices across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, and Maroochydore. The firm comprises approximately 60 principals and over 400 staff nationally. We are recognised for delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and for fostering a positive, collegiate workplace. We invest in our people and trust them to represent our brand.

What We Offer As a national corporate law firm, we provide exposure to premium clients, large-scale, multi-party, and complex litigated matters, alongside transparent career pathways. Benefits include:

• Generous paid parental leave.
• Paid salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Study assistance.
• Pro-bono opportunities.
• Complementary massages.
• Realistic billable targets for legal practitioners.
• A formal mentoring program.
• Professional memberships.
• Birthday leave.
• Social club activities.
• End of Financial Year functions and end-of-year celebrations.

Application Process The successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening, including reference and police checks.

For any questions regarding this role, please direct your enquiries to our Talent team at rec••••••••@mcw.com.au.

McInnes Wilson Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals who represent the communities in which we operate. We are committed to providing an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.

Recruitment agencies are kindly requested not to contact the business regarding this vacancy. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered or accepted.