APS5 Legal Practice and Capability - Parramatta & Surry HIlls

• Multiple Federal Government opportunities in Parramatta and Surry Hills
• Initial 6-month contract with possible for extension
• $55.24 per hour + super
• 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Weekly pay

The APS5 Legal Practice and Capability will have a considerable level of contact with internal and external stakeholders and will be required to communicate with and provide advice on a range of matters to resolve moderately complex to complex enquiries.
 
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks and statutory requirements.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, including lawyers, case managers, and the Tribunal, to support agency goals.
• Preparing case summaries, drafting responses, and managing correspondence, complaints, and FOI requests.
• Handling administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Contributing to process and procedural improvements through feedback and suggestions.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Paralegal or similar (law student / legal admin) background is highly desirable.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer literacy.
• The ability to produce work in a deadline driven environment.
• High organisational / administrative abilities
• A methodical and process-driven approach.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving approach.

To Apply:
 
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.
 
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.

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