Part-Time Planning & Environment Paralegal

Careers at Council; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Harbour view locations

Fitness Passport

35-hour week (indoor)

Transport allowances

Job summary

North Sydney Council invites applications for a part-time Paralegal-Planning in its Planning & Environment Division. You will provide high-quality paralegal and administrative support across planning and legal matters, including appeals and Land and Environment Court proceedings.

You will assist Legal Counsel with research, court documents, briefs, and coordination of hearings. We seek a capable, organised professional with experience, strong research, analytical skills, and excellent

Qualifications

• Paralegal experience in planning/ environment matters preferred.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal and administrative support across planning and legal matters.
• Undertake legal research, prepare and lodge court documents, draft correspondence.
• Coordinate briefs and evidence; assist with hearings, mediations and court proceedings.
• Liaise with external legal representatives, barristers and experts; meet court directions and deadlines.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Research skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing tertiary legal training

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

North Sydney Council invites applications for a part-time Paralegal-Planning in its Planning & Environment Division. You will provide high-quality paralegal and administrative support across planning and legal matters, including appeals and Land and Environment Court proceedings.

You will assist Legal Counsel with research, court documents, briefs, and coordination of hearings. We seek a capable, organised professional with experience, strong research, analytical skills, and excellent