Precedent Co-ordinator

• Permanent, full-time or part-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 opportunity for a Precedent Co-ordinator to join our Knowledge team, based in Melbourne, Perth or Sydney.

The role will report to the Knowledge Manager - Insurance and assist the Knowledge team in providing support predominantly to the national Insurance practice. The role will also provide administrative support as required to the Knowledge and Client Solutions teams.

We are accelerating our focus on document automation and case management across the firm. Document automation is a critical strategic project underpinning our Smarter Law approach.We are expanding our Knowledge team to support this. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Knowledge team as we provide the firm with next generation solutions.

You will be responsible for:

• working with the Knowledge team to develop and maintain precedent documents using Microsoft applications, in line with firm style;
• reviewing/proofreading precedents and business development material;
• providing administrative support to the Knowledge and Client Solutions teams, including supporting with meeting and training set up, arranging travel and processing expenses;
• developing knowledge of the firm’s approved AI tools to support workflows and maintain efficiencies; and
• adding material to internal knowledge sharing platforms.

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• strong attention to detail;
• experience with Microsoft Office suite;
• experience with PDF editing software such as Adobe Acrobat;
• experience working with legal documents required;
• experience in general word processing, Excel, Jira (task tracking software), document comparison software, and iManage software desired but not essential; and
• experience in the insurance industry would be highly regarded but is not essential.

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 are known for having a great culture that puts people first. A culture where our purpose and values - our Hallmarks - are lived, not laminated.

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

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), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

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We are also 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 Jaimie Monahan, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at ***email_hidden*** for a confidential discussion.

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