Legal Support Administrator, 6-month full-time contract, Compensation Law

About this role

• Award winning Australian private practice
• A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
• Flexibility to balance working from home and the office

About the Company

Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Canberra, with global reach.

Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.

About the Role

As a Legal Support Administrator, you will provide key assistance with various administrative and legal tasks for our Compensation Law Group, Australia's most experienced compensation law practice. This is a 6-month, Full-time contract position.

Our practice works with government and self-insurer clients to resolve the legal complexities involved in workers' compensation law and associated insurance claims under state and Commonwealth schemes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format legal documents and correspondence
• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to legal standards.
• Liaise with medical practitioners to request and obtain relevant clinical records for litigation cases.
• Prepare and send digital requests for medical records, adhering to legal and privacy requirements, as well as maintaining organised records of requested and received medical documents
• Prepare and issue subpoenas to the court to obtain relevant litigation materials and ensure subpoenas are accurately drafted, filed, and served in compliance with legal procedures
• Review and diarise court orders and legal documents to identify important dates
• Assist in the preparation of invoices and handle invoicing processes using the firm's designated software and processes.
• Provide general administrative support, assist with legal matters, and file organisation, document retrieval and accurate data entry.
• Support lawyers and senior legal staff with ad hoc tasks as needed.

About You

• Successful applicants will bring administrative support experience
• Demonstrate exceptional working knowledge of MS Office suite of products and Adobe and a knowledge of document management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
• Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
• An ability to influence and manage conflict with a diplomatic and consultative approach
• Demonstrate the ability to build strong working relationships
• Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
• A passion for providing a high level of customer service
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
• A desire to learn and develop new skills
• A flexible, friendly and approachable manner
• An enthusiastic and optimistic demeanour

Culture

People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.

Benefits

Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.

We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:

• Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
• Additional leave: to encourage you to take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise, we offer an annual wellness day and if you meet the criteria, you may be eligible to receive up to 5 days of paid leave
• Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: receive an annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expense
• Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal

How to apply

more information.

Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.

We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.

Job details

Job reference:

LR/1892635B

Location:

Melbourne

Job type:

Fixed-Term Full-Time

Job category:

Legal Support

Date posted:

28-Oct-2025