Legal Assistant - Insurance (Fixed Term Contract)

Full job description
Market-leading Sydney-based law firm with a friendly and supportive culture
14 month fixed term contract role
Free fitness classes, wellness program & regular social events
About the role

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our high performing Insurance Team. This is a full-time, 14 month fixed term contract role offering flexibility to work from home for those who may need it, within a friendly, and supportive environment.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive and proactive support to fee earners, playing a vital role in the team’s success. The position suits an organised, efficient, detailed and friendly personality, who works well in a team and is willing to roll up their sleeves and pitch in. This position is best suited to a career Legal Support Professional.

Our firm is dedicated to upholding values of performance, innovation, trust, and respect making it an excellent place to advance your legal career. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

About the team

As one of the most highly regarded defendant Insurance practices in Sydney, we have an enviable list of insurer, employer and government clients, who seek our legal assistance in all aspects of workers compensation.

Key responsibilities

With no day the same, your daily tasks may include:

Diary and file management.
Administrative support to the partners and fee earners in the practice group.
Opening and closing files.
Preparing documents and correspondence.
Inputting and maintaining data in our software application (Aderant Expert).
Monthly billing including drafting and amending invoices.
Uploading advices, actioning client instructions, and coordinating Independent Medical Examinations.
Liaising with the courts, the Personal Injury Commission, and other ad hoc administrative tasks.
Assisting other secretaries in the team with training and overflow.
About you

Our ideal candidate will possess:

At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a law firm environment.
Knowledge of Insurance and/or Defendant Workers Compensation practice is highly desirable, though not strictly required.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in utilising Microsoft products like Outlook, with the ability to quickly grasp new applications.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong team collaboration skills.
A desire to learn and develop new skills.
A can do attitude
Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
About Bartier Perry

A 2026 Employer of Choice, Bartier Perry is a firm where our culture drives all that we do. This means we are down-to-earth and high-performing whilst ensuring work-life balance. We work respectfully with each other, our clients and with the broader community.

We have a united focus on excellence and our supportive and inclusive culture allows everyone to reach their potential and thrive.

We are a progressive law firm that will nurture your talents and provide opportunities at every level of your career. In-depth professional training and development programs are provided to enhance high performance and professional development.

We have a clear strategy and purpose.

From our accessible partners who actively mentor and provide guidance, through to secondment opportunities with industry leading clients, we enable our people to flourish both professionally and, in their lives away from work.

Culture & Benefits

Work life balance through our flex policy
Incentive bonus program for all staff
Regular social and team activities
Generous 20 weeks paid parental leave
In house learning and development opportunities
Reward and recognition program
Supportive Health & Wellbeing programs
How to apply: upload your cover note and CV. Alternatively you can email your documents directly to our People and Culture team at careers@bartier.com.au. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Please note: Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

Please also note: At this stage, we are inviting direct applications only. We will not engage the services of recruitment agencies for this role.

Bartier Perry is committed to being an inclusive and flexible workplace where differences such as age, gender, culture, disability, ****** orientation, religion and family and caring responsibilities are valued and respected.

Please contact the People & Culture team if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. We encourage you to advise us at the time of application and we welcome hearing from you.