Paralegal

Carneys Legal; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Carneys Legal in Sydney seeks a casual paralegal for 2–3 days per week, in-office only. You will conduct legal research and provide administrative support to lawyers, including clerical tasks, filing and word processing. You will be studying law and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and communication skills.

The role requires in-office presence and offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in a busy firm in New South Wales.

Qualifications

• Currently studying law and able to research effectively.
• Experience meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Undertake legal research for lawyers and provide admin support.
• Perform clerical duties, filing and word processing.
• Work 2–3 days per week, in-office only.

Skills

Legal research

Administrative support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Law degree (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Carneys is looking for a casual paralegal to join the firm for two-three days per week.

About the role

You will be responsible for undertaking legal research and providing administrative support to lawyers – as well as: undertaking general administrative duties, including clerical support, filing and word processing. The role is 100% in office – no WFH.

About you

You will need to be studying a law degree and have legal research skills. It is expected that you will have experience working to deadlines and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail and communication skills.