Law Clerk | General Insurance | Brisbane

at  TurksLegal

05TH MARCH, 2024

Due to the exciting expansion of our firm, we are looking for an experienced law clerk to join our General Insurance practice in Brisbane.
The successful candidates will work closely with our partners, lawyers and clients, where they will have hands on experience in General Insurance, with a focus on motor vehicle property damage matters.
We will consider both full time and part time capacity, with part time candidates working between 4-5 days per week.
By joining Turks, you will be rewarded with long-term career opportunities and development, in a friendly, approachable and supportive team-based environment.

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this role, you will:

• currently completing a Bachelor of Laws or equivalent;
• experience working with motor vehicle property claims desired;
• have an outstanding level of attention to detail;
• demonstrate your reliable and responsible nature;
• have superior time management and organisational skills;
• be an approachable and responsive team member; and
• demonstrate ability to work in a professional services firm conducting work of a legal nature, however is not essential

ABOUT US

Here at Turks, we focus on what we do best - delivering innovative and practical solutions to the legal and business hurdles which our clients face. Our client focussed approach ensures we always deliver on our promises, building relationships based on trust and collaboration.
As a specialist, commercial firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle with a reach throughout the rest of Australia, you can be confident you are getting the development, support and hands on experience to grow and sustain your successful legal career. With 33 partners and over 160 staff operating across all jurisdictions in Australia, we offer a comprehensive service to a range of clients, including government agencies, banks, insurance companies and private employers.

We pride ourselves on our passion for excellence, teamwork, integrity and leadership, which is embodied through our values that guide us in our day to day activities and product offerings. We are committed to diversity and a culture of inclusion, recognising our differences as a source of strength and imperative to our success. Our social and people-oriented environment aims to improve our peoples lives both in and outside of the workplace, which includes:

• ongoing training and development;
• virtual team and firm wide social events;
• CSR activities, including volunteer days;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• competitive paid parental leave scheme and return to work benefits;
• employee achievement awards;
• discounted gym and health insurance memberships;
• plus many more!

For more information, visit turkslegal.com.au

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to a Partner, you will take responsibility and ownership over a range of tasks, including but not limited to:

• preparation and drafting of correspondence, including court documents, letters and other word processing;
• opening/closing files;
• downloading and collating documents;
• diary management, including diarising hearing dates and processing of documentation for court actions;
• compiling and sending reports to clients;
• brief preparation;
• monthly billing;
• assisting lawyers as necessary; and
• other secretarial and administrative tasks as required by the Group.

To be considered for this role, you will:

• currently completing a Bachelor of Laws or equivalent;
• experience working with motor vehicle property claims desired;
• have an outstanding level of attention to detail;
• demonstrate your reliable and responsible nature;
• have superior time management and organisational skills;
• be an approachable and responsive team member; and
• demonstrate ability to work in a professional services firm conducting work of a legal nature, however is not essentia