Paralegal, Litigation & Public Law - Office of the General Counsel
Temporary Full Time for up to 24 months Location: Sydney CBD Clerk Grade 3/4, Salary ($70,652 - $77,363), plus employer’s...
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Law Clerks & Paralegals
Company: Department of Justice NSW
Location: Sydney
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-3-5864-9383
Fax: +61-8-6284-7767
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Detail information about job Paralegal, Litigation & Public Law - Office of the General Counsel. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Temporary Full Time for up to 24 months
- Location: Sydney CBD
- Clerk Grade 3/4, Salary ($70,652 - $77,363), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
About us
The Department of Justice provides an effective justice system by delivering programs and services which contribute to building safe communities and the protection of rights.
The Office of the General Counsel supports the Department of Justice across the full range of Department operations, with diverse clients such as the Office of Emergency Management, Corrective Services NSW, Veterans Affairs and Juvenile Justice. The Office of the General Counsel has four practice groups: Commercial & Transactional, Inquests Inquiries and Representation, Litigation and Public Law, and Open Government Information and Privacy, which cover a broad range of commercial and public law matters.
About the opportunity
We are seeking a paralegal to provide legal, clerical and administrative support to solicitors and legal staff within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). As paralegal you will be required to assist lawyers with legal research, drafting correspondence such as letters, memoranda, briefing notes and submissions in line with departmental approved style guidelines and policies/procedures. You will have excellent attention to detail, research skills, the ability to work under pressure and great communication and organisational skills.
Essential requirements for the role
- Experience in providing legal, clerical and administrative support and client service
- Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance.
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Applying for the role
To apply for this role you are required to submit an online application via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au and attach an up to date resume (maximum 5 pages) along with a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Inquiries Contact: Joanna Murray, [email protected]
Closing date: Wednesday 1 August at 11.59 pm
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary vacancies and is valid for a period of up to 12 months.