Paralegal

• Permanent, full-time position
• Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community

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About The Role And Team We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Insurance WA/NT section, based in our Perth office.

This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end settlement process for statutory workers’ compensation claims in Western Australia. As part of a collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a range of paralegal work while contributing to the delivery of exceptional client service in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• preparing settlement agreements and associated documents and forms in relation to statutory settlements of workers compensation claims ;
• ensuring settlement agreements are signed by relevant parties within reasonable time frames;
• liaising with clients, other solicitors, unrepresented claimants, and third parties in relation to settlement forms and documentation;
• arranging filing of settlement agreements with WorkCover WA and liaising with WorkCover WA in relation to registration and, where required, rectification of settlement agreements and paperwork;
• monitoring settlement timeframes and proactively liaising with clients to ensure settlement funds are received on time;
• building strong relationships with clients through regular communication and proactive matter updates;
• undertaking research and investigative tasks, including conducting social media searches and gathering relevant information to support matters.
• coordinating medico-legal appointments, preparing FOI applications and drafting requests for clinical notes, vocational assessments and labour market reports; and
• ad hoc duties as and when required, including assisting other paralegals with their workloads.

About You You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• experience working as a Paralegal on insurance or litigation matters;
• ability to work autonomously and as part of a team;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• excellent attention to detail and time management skills;
• run files in an efficient and timely manner; and
• ability to organise and prioritise effectively.

About Us At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re known for Smarter Law : smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.

We are also known for having a great culture that values people and that lives our purpose and values - our Hallmarks. Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive - everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Kim Chalmers, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.