Graduate Law Clerk Or Solicitor

Shine Lawyers; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear career pathways

Competitive remuneration

Progressive supportive environment

Job summary

Stephen Browne Personal Injury Lawyers in Perth CBD is seeking a motivated Graduate Law Clerk or Solicitor to join the growing Personal Injury team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is part of the 2027 Gradauate Program, commencing in February 2026, and offers ongoing legal career development within a structured graduate pathway.

The successful applicant will have completed their law degree and demonstrated a passion for social justice, with strong written and verbal communication

Qualifications

• Completed law degree prior to program start in February 2027.
• Passion for social justice and plaintiff law.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine interest in Shine’s areas of practice.
• Diversity of experience, including volunteering or community work.
• Active membership in relevant associations is favorable.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior practitioners by representing clients and providing accurate legal advice.
• Develop ability to assess claims, including liability and quantum.
• Build strong relationships with clients and peers through clear communication.
• Prepare legal documents with attention to detail and help manage a file load with fiscal awareness.

Skills

Strong communication

Deadline management

Client service

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

The Firm

At Stephen Browne Personal Injury Lawyers, we challenge the “norms” of traditional law firms, and are committed to understanding the needs of our clients, pro-actively working to always stand up for the little guy. We’re a team of dedicated professionals, whose willingness to think creatively positions us ahead of the pack.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated Graduate Law Clerk or Solicitor to join our growing Personal Injury team in our Perth CBD office on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday - Friday, 8:15am - 5:00pm. This role is a part of our 2027 Gradauate Program.

The program, which commences in February 2026, is a permanent, full-time opportunity for those who have completed their law degree, and are excited to take the next step in their legal career.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working under the guidance of a senior practitioner to gain experience within the legal practice, by assisting in representing their clients, and providing accurate legal advice.
• Developing a proficient ability to effectively assess claims, including liability and quantum.
• Cultivating strong relationships with our clients and peers through exceptional communication.
• Preparing legal documentation with a high degree of detail, and assist with running a file load with a keen level of commercial and fiscal awareness.

Experience and Capability Requirements

The role requires a hard-working candidate with an appetite to achieve great outcomes for our clients. The successful applicant will have:

• Have completed your law degree prior to the program commencing in February 2027.
• Have a passion for social justice and a thirst for knowledge in the plaintiff law space.
• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Be dedicated to delivering exceptional client service, with an emphasis on helping people when they need it most.
• Be able to effectively manage multiple competing deadlines, within a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in Shine’s areas of practice.
• Bring diversity of experience, and evidence of extra-curricular activities aligned with Shine’s work, such as volunteering or community work.
• Be an active member of relevant association/s will be favourably considered, as will paid and non-paid work experience in the legal field.

What We Offer

An established firm with a reputation for excellence, committed to shining a light on injustice, and making the world a better place, one client at a time. Our search is for like-minded people, passionate about giving a voice to those who would otherwise be unheard, and putting the client at the heart of all they do. We offer:

• Opportunity to reach your potential via clear career pathways.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits program.
• A progressive and supportive working environment, not afraid to pioneer new ways.

We look forward to receiving your application.