Flexible Paralegal – Planning & Environment

North Sydney Council; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Harbour views locations

Fitness Passport

Flexible hours

Fortnightly RDOs for outdoor staff

Transport allowance

Employee assistance program

Counselling services

Financial planning advice

Weekly fruit

Job summary

North Sydney Council is seeking a highly organized Paralegal-Planning on a part-time basis within the Planning & Environment Division. You will provide high-quality paralegal and administrative support across planning and legal matters, including appeals and court proceedings.

You will assist Legal Counsel with research, document lodging, and preparation for hearings, while liaising with external lawyers, barristers and experts to meet court directions and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience in planning or legal environment.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support Legal Counsel with research, lodging court documents.
• Coordinate briefs, evidence, and materials for court proceedings.
• Liaise with external legal representatives, barristers and experts.
• Assist with hearings, mediations and deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Time management

Education

Pursuing tertiary legal training

Job description

North Sydney Council is seeking a highly organized Paralegal-Planning on a part-time basis within the Planning & Environment Division. You will provide high-quality paralegal and administrative support across planning and legal matters, including appeals and court proceedings.

You will assist Legal Counsel with research, document lodging, and preparation for hearings, while liaising with external lawyers, barristers and experts to meet court directions and deadlines.