Indigenous Paralegal – Policy & Research (Part-Time)

Commonwealth Treasury; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Commonwealth Treasury invites Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander law students to join the Law Division as casual student paralegals in Sydney or Canberra. Roles are designed to fit around study commitments, with induction, training and mentoring provided.

These positions offer exposure to policy shaping work, legal research, document preparation and potential involvement in international taxation treaty projects. Workload is kept flexible to support exams and breaks.

Qualifications

• Casual student paralegal positions for law students in second to final year or beyond.
• Positions are open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants as part of affirmative measures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research tasks to support Treasury officers and stakeholders.
• Develop explanatory material and assist in providing legal advice.
• Support the development of international taxation treaties and manage litigation activities as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Juris Doctor

Job description

The Commonwealth Treasury invites Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander law students to join the Law Division as casual student paralegals in Sydney or Canberra. Roles are designed to fit around study commitments, with induction, training and mentoring provided.

These positions offer exposure to policy shaping work, legal research, document preparation and potential involvement in international taxation treaty projects. Workload is kept flexible to support exams and breaks.