Casual Paralegal - Melbourne
Casual Paralegal - Melbourne
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Job Description
The Firm
HFW is a sector focused global law firm with a focus on construction shipping aerospace commodities corporate & commercial and insurance. We have over 600 lawyers working across Australia Asia Europe Middle East and the Americas. With a progressive approach to our roles in commercial business thinking creatively and pragmatically to support our clients we are dynamic entrepreneurial and leaders in our specialist areas.
In Australia we have 3 offices in Melbourne Sydney and Perth and around 220 team members.
Description
We are seeking expressions of interest from law students with a genuine interest in growing and developing their legal experience in an industry-specific law firm. Our Melbourne firmfocuses on construction corporate & commercial insurance/reinsurance commodities and shipping.
We have roles come up regularly and will considercandidates who have put in an application as opportunities arise. You will be working within a high performing team who are true experts in their fields who work on both national and international matters.
The role is casual and can be flexible to suit your university commitments (full-time is also possible). We are particularly looking for students in the later years of their degree however new grads or more junior candidates are welcome to apply. Our paralegal roles are a pathway to Graduate roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist lawyers and Partners with legal research and case preparation
- Draft and review legal documents
- Manage case files and ensure all documentation is up to date
- Support the team in various administrative tasks
Whats next
To apply please send a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role days available to work CV and recent academic transcript.
If you have any questions please contact: Ghemma Beet HR Administrator -
Skills And Experiences
To be successful in this role you will need to be studying law and have:
- excellent attention to detail;
- ability to quickly grasprequirements and apply knowledge from similar tasks;
- ability to complete tasks to deadlines; and
- to ensure all requirements are delivered to the highest standard.
Whats in it for you
If youre eager to join a friendly team in a positive environment this opportunity could be ideal for you. We offer the following benefits:
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives such as annual flu vaccinations access to the Employee Assistance Program free subscriptions to wellbeing apps and subsidised sporting activities
- An active employee-led Social Committee organising regular events in all our offices
- Flexible working arrangements allowing you to balance work and life commitments effectively
- Beautiful offices in the CBD with excellent end-of-trip facilities
- A welcoming supportive and collaborative work environment
Employment Type
Gig
