Research and Administration Assistant

• Exciting opportunity to become part of a top-tier industry organisation
• Play a pivotal role as an indispensable administrative and research support member
• Full-time or Part-time role in Oakleigh

If youre a Law student or Legal Administration specialist with sound research capabilities and a passion for making a positive impact in peoples lives, we invite you to explore the opportunity to join the team at Zaparas Lawyers.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a full-time or part-time Research and Administration Assistant to join our Occupational and Dust Disease Department - Oakleigh Head Office.

You will provide crucial administrative support, undertake research, prepare and maintain databases and registers and assist in the functioning of the Occupational and Dust Disease Department.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Collate responses to client questionnaires and maintain database registers, in relation to occupational and dust disease clients and matters.
• Occasional client contact to request and collate information.
• Scan and sort documents, as well as extract documents from bundles, and name and file these under correct classifications.
• Undertake FOI requests, send and follow-up for occupational and dust disease questionnaires and compile briefs.
• Undertake and supply the legal team with appropriate legal and/or scientific research, past cases.
• Help build and maintain the Occupational and Dust Disease Department library of resources and list of contacts.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure work is completed to a high standard.
• Follow instructions of direct supervisor.

The Successful Applicant:

• Confident administrative and research skills.
• Strong organisational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and capable of operating autonomously.
• Confident working in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills and an ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skills in producing quality documents and maintenance of records, databases, registers and contact lists.
• Intermediate to proficient skills with Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel.
• Exceptional skills in time management and prioritisation.
• An interest in the legal profession and/or occupational diseases with a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates the capacity to manage sensitive client matters with care and resilience.

Rewards and benefits:

• A Performance Bonus plan.
• Quarterly employee recognition awards.
• Extra paid leave over the Christmas and New Year period.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Flexible work options.
• Great locations easily accessible by public transport and parking available.
• EOY and EOFY staff parties and team social gatherings.
• Company paid parental leave between 12 and 26 weeks (based on years of service).
• Company paid annual flu vaccination and skin cancer checks.
• Health & Wellbeing programs and support.

Why Zaparas

From day 1, you will feel right at home

From the moment you walk into any of our offices, you will be warmly welcomed as part of our family. We support each other during difficult times, celebrate wins and milestones together and have a genuine care for your well-being and your personal and professional development.

Working with the best

Through continuous learning and development programs and by giving you the opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers and barristers in the industry, we will work with you to achieve your full potential.

Supporting your career goals

A career at Zaparas Lawyers is unique and offers training, responsibility and autonomy required for your professional development. Our Legal Assistants have the opportunity to network and contribute to continuous improvement through a structured collaboration and development program.

Apply today to discuss this rewarding opportunity.