Paralegal (In-house, Government)

Opportunity for an experienced personal injury paralegal to work for a reputable government department.

Your new company

Our client is a reputable government department that fosters a dynamic, inclusive and flexible work environment that values autonomy, integrity, and collaboration.

Your new role

You will sit within a collegiate team of lawyers while being responsible for the following :

  • Provide a range of paralegal functions to support efficient divisional operations
  • Monitor and implement improved office systems, procedures and methods to facilitate efficient team/unit operations and support continuous improvement.
  • Respond to enquiries and escalate and redirect issues as required, to ensure the provision of accurate information and quality customer service to stakeholders and service providers.
  • Provide case management support to ensure effective delivery of services
  • Provide legal and non-legal administrative support to optimise efficiency and support the delivery of quality outcomes


What you'll need to succeed

  • Paralegal experience supporting lawyers in personal injury cases. For example, in any of the following : workers' compensation, public liability, work injury or medical negligence – Essential.
  • You must be available to work full-time (5 days per week) – Essential
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide high-level customer service and liaise effectively with legal professionals.
  • Sound research, analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent computer skills.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise a range of tasks for stakeholders at various levels.

What you'll get in return

  • 6 month temporary role with potential to be extended
  • Develop your legal support experience in-house within a government department
  • Attractive daily rate
  • Work-life balance
  • Darlinghurst location
  • Work 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
  • Supportive team

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
2964080

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Laura Keegan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 0280626176

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