About us Welcome to Barry Nilsson. For 60years, we've been shaping a better experience for our clients and ourpeople. What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: ateam known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion,and innovation. As an award-winning national law firm, we've built aculture that empowers you to not only grow your career, but be your authenticself while you do it.
About the team Ournational Insurance & Health practice combines deep industry knowledge withlocal expertise and the highest standards of client service. Our team of morethan 200 specialist lawyers has the depth of experience and agility to help ourclients, both in Australia and overseas, to navigate the complex risk landscapeand support their insureds.
About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen foran experienced Legal Assistant who is ready to take the next step in theircareer by joining our Perth team as a Legal Coordinator. Inaddition to providing administrative support to work authors, this leadershiprole will have joint responsibility with other Legal Coordinators nationally forthe effective day to day operations of the administrative function of theInsurance & Health Department. Duties of this role will include:
- support the team by answering queries, providing training, and offering ongoing mentoring;
- manage complex billing issues and oversee monthly reporting and billing processes;
- prepare accurate and timely reports for clients;
- work closely with other Legal Coordinators, internal teams, and clients to ensure smooth day-to-day operations;
- identify opportunities to improve processes and boost efficiency;
- coordinate team workloads and foster open, positive communication that encourages feedback.
AboutYou If thefollowing sounds like you, we would love to hear from you:
- 3+ years' experience in defendant insurance litigation
- experience in client service standards and reporting
- confidence in using precedent, billing and file management programs;
- demonstrated leadership qualities and a proactive approach to work;
- strong communication skills; and
- ability to provide guidance, mentorship and build strong internal relationships.
The Benefits Just to name a few, we have:
- been acknowledged as an 'Employer of Choice' for the last 7 years;
- a supportive environment where managers genuinely care about your wellbeing;
- progressive policies including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options, volunteer leave, and a public holiday swap policy;
- an annual performance bonus scheme designed to recognise and reward strong performance;
- a relaxed office environment where you can "Dress for your Day";
- access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the mental, physical and financial wellbeing of our people including a yearly health & wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave day; and
- a shared care parental policy with equal leave for all parents.
Ready to Go Further? From your first day, expect to beembraced for who you are - because we're a firm defined by our people. Stepinto a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realised, andcollaboration drives success. At Barry Nilsson, it's about being you and goingfurther. Apply today.
To make a confidential application,please click 'Apply Now' or contact Katie Guarrera, People and Culture Manager.
This vacancy is being managedexclusively by the BN People & Culture team. Should we require externalsupport, we will reach out to our preferred agencies directly.
Barry Nilsson is committed tobuilding a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where all of our peopleare supported to be their authentic selves, valued for their uniquecontributions, rewarded fairly, connected to colleagues, and empowered to achievetheir full potential. We welcome applications from Aboriginal & TorresStrait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, as well as people of all ages, genders,abilities and cultures. Feel free to chat to the recruiter for this positionregarding any accommodations or adjustments you may require to the role or therecruitment process to ensure your equitable participation.
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