Why Sparke Helmore?
As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.
Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
We have an opportunity for a Paralegal/Secretary to join us in our Insurance team in Perth working with Rani Aria Retnam and Sue Wilkinson.

About the team and the work

• You will support a dynamic team of lawyers who work across both Western Australian and Commonwealth jurisdictions with self-insurers on statutory issues, managing claims and common law matters, as well as supporting major litigation proceedings.
• Your duties will include File review, drafting documents, preparing legal statements, managing appointments, handling queries, and coordinating deadlines. Drafting correspondence, file management, billing, expense processing, diary management, and coordinating meetings and travel.
• This is a permanent, full-time role working 8.30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday with some flexibility.

What the market says
Winner: Australasian Lawyer - Law Firm of the Year, 2024
Recognised: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023 & 2024
Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards - Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year, 2024
Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Law Firm of the Year, 2024

About you

• You will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a paralegal and/or secretary, ideally with some exposure to supporting a litigated practice.
• To be successful in this role you must be organised, diligent and have good communication skills and able to multi-task under pressure.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you
Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.
We recognise people value things differently. That’s why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We’re sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.
Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.
For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307

Please refer the Job description for details