Sydney Clerkship Programme
Sydney Clerkship Programme
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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 700 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
Our seasonal clerkship program offers you a taste of life working at a sector-based international law firm and is a first step for students aspiring to secure a Graduate position.
Each year we welcome a select group of seasonal clerks to work alongside our specialist lawyers on a wide range of client matters across our core sectors. Youll gain real-world experience develop practical legal skills and build valuable professional relationships.
During the clerkship program you will be placed in one of our major sector groups predominantly corporate & commercial or construction supported by a supervising associate and a buddy. Youll be involved in meaningful work with great insights into our sector groups and exposure to our clients.
Get ready to dive in:
- Conducting legal research and analysis
- Completing document review tasks
- Drafting legal documents and memos
- Assisting with fileand document management
- Building professional relationships
- Gaininginsights into legal practice and firm operations
Skills And Experiences
What are we looking for
Were seeking enthusiastic and motivatedpenultimate-year law students* who are ready to take the next step in their legal careers. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in our sector-focussed approach
- A strong desire to learn and grow in a supportive legal environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independentlywhen needed
*final year students welcome to apply
What makes our clerkship experience rewarding:
- Working closely with our Partners and Associates on real matters
- Gaining hands-on experience across both local and international matters
- Being part of asupportive and inclusive team culture
- Accessing professional development and training opportunities
- Joinour fun and engaging social events
The application process is simple!
Apply with your CV transcript and cover letter outlining why youre interested in joining HFW and what makes you unique - including your hobbies interests and extracurricular activities.
If you have any questions please reach out to Ghemma Beet HR administrator - Please do not send your application via email.
We look forward to learning more about you and helping you take the first step in your legal career.
Employment Type
Temp
