Casual Paralegal, Workplace Relations & Safety

Lander & Rogers; Canberra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Lander & Rogers in Canberra is seeking a Casual Paralegal to support our Workplace Relations & Safety team. This on-site role (2-3 days per week) is ideal for a law student seeking meaningful casual employment while gaining exposure to employment law practice.

You will assist with document review, case law research, briefs for counsel, and administrative tasks, while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong MS Office proficiency and document formatting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organisational abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents to develop chronologies and timelines.
• Performing basic case law research and summarising findings.
• Preparing briefs for counsel and organising relevant materials.
• Managing document filing and matter organisation for accessibility.
• Providing general administrative support to lawyers and staff.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Discretion

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Casual Paralegal, Workplace Relations & Safety

• Job type: Casual/Hourly Rate
• Job category: Paralegal

About this role

Casual Paralegal, Workplace Relations & Safety

• Award winning Australian private practice
• A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
• Casual position, on-site (2-3 days per week)

About the Company

Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and 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

Our team is growing, and we have an opportunity for a Casual Paralegal to join our Workplace Relations & Safety group in Canberra.

We are a full-service employment law practice specialising in all aspects of workforce management - from employee engagements and contracts, industrial relations and workplace safety, to disputes, grievances and terminations.

We develop strategic solutions that help to minimise risk, educate, and improve safety and compliance.

As a Paralegal, you will provide support in various administrative and legal tasks. This position is on-site, 2-3 days per week.

This role is ideal for law students who are seeking meaningful casual employment while pursuing their studies. The position offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience by assisting with both client matters and pro bono projects.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents to develop detailed chronologies.
• Performing case law research.
• Compile and prepare briefs for counsel, ensuring all relevant materials are included.
• Reviewing interview transcripts to extract and input relevant information for reports and memorandums.
• Matter filing management; save, rename, and organise incoming documents into the appropriate matter files and folders, ensuring consistency and accessibility.
• Compile and prepare briefs for counsel, ensuring all relevant materials are included.
• Proofread documents for accuracy, grammar, and consistency in formatting.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders via phone and email in a professional and personable manner.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including legal matter assistance, file organisation, document retrieval, and accurate data entry.
• Support lawyers and senior legal staff with ad hoc administrative and operational tasks as required.
• Perform duties at and oversee the reception desk as needed.

About You

• An exceptional working knowledge of MS Office suite of products and Adobe
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
• personal and team level
• Strong teamwork skills
• 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

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.

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.