Hybrid Senior Paralegal — Litigation & Recovery

Michael Page Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Office dog

Job summary

Michael Page Australia is seeking expression of interest for senior/experienced paralegals to join a commercial recoveries and litigation team in Melbourne. The role offers hybrid working flexibility and an office dog, with exposure to complex matters and opportunities for growth.

The successful candidate will have several years' paralegal experience, strong drafting skills, and a solid understanding of court procedures, while delivering high attention to detail and effective file management

Qualifications

• Several years' experience as a Paralegal, Senior Paralegal, Legal Executive or similar.
• Strong drafting and document preparation skills.
• Solid understanding of litigation processes and court procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and file management capabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a broader team.
• Commercial and practical approach to resolving matters.

Responsibilities

• Identify missing information or document issues and follow up to keep matters moving.
• Preparing and reviewing litigation documentation and court forms.
• Managing files through various stages of the litigation and recovery process.
• Coordinating with external solicitors and key stakeholders.
• Assisting with enforcement actions, insolvency matters and dispute resolution processes.
• Reviewing evidence and ensuring matters are ready to progress.
• Supporting and mentoring team members on technical file matters.
• Improving processes, templates and document management practices.
• Contributing to process improvement and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Drafting

Document prep

Litigation basics

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Case management

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Michael Page Australia is seeking expression of interest for senior/experienced paralegals to join a commercial recoveries and litigation team in Melbourne. The role offers hybrid working flexibility and an office dog, with exposure to complex matters and opportunities for growth.

The successful candidate will have several years' paralegal experience, strong drafting skills, and a solid understanding of court procedures, while delivering high attention to detail and effective file management