APS4-Equivalent Paralegal Roles – Government Legal Support

Ally Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allygroup is seeking motivated Paralegals, Legal Administrators and Executive Assistants for multiple APS4-equivalent opportunities in Canberra, supporting a high-profile Federal Government legal function.

These roles offer fast-paced legal and administrative exposure, supporting senior executives and professionals on nationally significant matters. Open to candidates nationwide, subject to operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a paralegal, legal administration, executive assistant, or high-level administrative support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team.
• Hold Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.
• Experience with MS Office and corporate information systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, including locating legislation, case law, guidance materials and records.
• Assist with management and tracking of legal matters, actions and deadlines.
• Prepare, coordinate and maintain legal documents and correspondence.
• Draft meeting minutes, notes and reports.
• Manage executive diaries, schedules and inboxes.
• Coordinate meetings with stakeholders.
• Arrange travel bookings and financial acquittals.
• Support procurement activities and financial administration.
• Maintain records per government policies and procedures.
• Support business operations and branch administration.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and deliver high customer service.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Discretion

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Law-related studies or qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Allygroup is seeking motivated Paralegals, Legal Administrators and Executive Assistants for multiple APS4-equivalent opportunities in Canberra, supporting a high-profile Federal Government legal function.

These roles offer fast-paced legal and administrative exposure, supporting senior executives and professionals on nationally significant matters. Open to candidates nationwide, subject to operational requirements.