Junior Lawyer

Job2Go Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Job2Go Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a Junior Lawyer to support immigration matters and client services within a well-established Australian law firm. You will work with senior lawyers, manage client inquiries, and assist with evidence gathering and documentation.

Requirements include an LLB and NSW practicing certificate, with 6–12 months’ migration law experience. The role offers on-site work in Sydney and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• LLB degree required.
• Admitted as a lawyer in NSW with current practising certificate.
• Minimum 6–12 months’ experience in Australian Migration Law.
• Knowledge of Australian migration law and visa processes.
• Experience preparing visa applications and legal submissions.
• Commitment to exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Take instructions from Team Leader and supervising lawyers.
• Handle initial client inquiries by phone/email and assist with assessments.
• Provide timely, professional client communications.
• Assist senior lawyers with client matters under supervision.
• Review documents for completeness and follow up with clients.
• Prepare client advice, correspondence, and submissions.
• Prepare submissions for visa applications and immigration matters.
• Support tribunal and court matter preparation.
• Attend tribunal/court hearings as directed.
• Maintain and file matter documents and records.
• Monitor outstanding fees and assist with collections.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Client service

Legal drafting

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Salary: $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Sydney NSW 2000

Our client is a well-established law firm with offices across Australia, including Brisbane, Sydney, and Adelaide. Their workplace culture is centred on providing solutions, focusing on customer satisfaction, and embracing diversity. They thrive on a mix of fun, collaboration, and success.

Their Sydney Office is currently seeking a Junior Lawyer to join their growing team. If you’re driven to help people start new lives in Australia and are looking for a rewarding role with real impact we would love to hear from you.

Main duties will include:

• Take instructions from the Team Leader and Director as directed and seek guidance from supervising lawyers
• Conduct initial telephone and email enquiries with prospective clients and assist with initial client assessments, including attending face-to-face consultations where required.
• Provide timely and professional communication with clients, prospective clients and other relevant parties, including answering and directing telephone calls and following up outstanding information or documentation.
• Assist senior lawyers with the preparation and conduct of client matters under appropriate supervision.
• Review client documents and supporting evidence for completeness, relevance and consistency, identify missing information or evidence, and follow up with clients as required.
• Assist with the preparation of client advice, correspondence, applications, appeals, submissions and other legal documents for review and approval by senior lawyers.
• Prepare legal submissions for skills assessments, visa applications, appeals and other immigration matters under appropriate supervision.
• Ensure all outgoing legal correspondence and advice is reviewed and settled by the Team Leader or supervising lawyer before being issued.
• Assist senior lawyers with preparation for tribunal and court matters, including compiling chronologies, indexes, evidence bundles, hearing materials and other relevant documentation.
• Attend tribunal and court hearings where appropriate and as directed, under the supervision of senior lawyers.
• Undertake administrative and procedural tasks necessary for the efficient progression of client matters.
• Open, maintain and close matter files in accordance with firm procedures, ensuring files are accurately and appropriately maintained
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate file notes, forms, evidence, correspondence and other relevant documents on client files.
• Ensure contracts, invoices and other matter-related documentation are prepared accurately and in accordance with firm procedures.
• Assist with monitoring and following up outstanding professional fees and support the timely collection of fees.
• Arrange the preparation and creation of documents and other materials required for office and client use.
• Schedule client meetings, consultations and conference rooms as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all professional, ethical, legal, workplace and firm policies and obligations.
• Keep up to date with relevant changes to immigration legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and practice requirements.
• Receive and implement feedback from supervising lawyers to continually improve legal drafting, file management, procedural knowledge and client service.
• Perform other duties reasonably required by the Team Leader, Executive, Director or supervising lawyers within the scope of the role.

Requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• Minimum 6-12 months’ experience in Australian Migration Law
• Admitted as a lawyer in New South Wales (NSW) and holding a current practising certificate
• Demonstrated knowledge of Australian migration law and visa processes
• Experience preparing visa applications, legal submissions and supporting documentation
• Unwavering commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Ability to form strong working relationships with clients
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work co-operatively and effectively within the team and the organisation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, solve problems, manage and meet deadlines and maintain a high quality of work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to deliver messages in a clear manner
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in migration law.
• The ability to speak a second language is desirable but not essential].

What is on offer

• In return we offer a competitive salary package (depending on experience) with performance-based benefits and incentives.
• Training and development along with the opportunity to progress within the company is also available. A well-equipped office and a positive work environment.