Paralegal, Disputes

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Australian Broadcasting Corporation Full time

Apply now Job no:
Work type: Contract Part Time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Administration/Support, Legal & Corporate Affairs

This vacancy is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, reflecting our commitment to the ABC's Reconciliation Action Plan, ABC Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan and the Equal Employment Opportunity (Commonwealth Authorities) Act 1987.

  • Contract Vacancy for Approximately 12 Months
  • $66K - $72 p.a. (pro rata) + choice of 15.4% super through ABC Superannuation fund (or 11% through your own super fund)

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated law student who enjoys working collaboratively with others and has a genuine interest in the media.

Working with senior lawyers, you will provide basic administrative assistance to the ABC legal team as well as:

  • Assist ABC lawyers with legal research, litigation and admin support as required
  • Assist with the development of training and reference materials
  • Assist with answering the Prepublication phone line, connect calls from the ABC's external and internal clients with appropriate departments and personnel quickly and efficiently

You will also be given opportunities to learn from experienced lawyers who perform a range of tasks in the media law and entertainment fields.

About You

If you also have the following attributes, we would love to hear from you:

  • Curious and driven with a keen interest in the media
  • Enrolled in 4th year of an undergraduate law degree or 2nd year of a Juris Doctor/Graduate Law program, or beyond, preferably completed or enrolled to study evidence, civil litigation, media law and intellectual property law
  • Good clerical, basic drafting, researching and proofreading skills
  • Sound oral and written communication skills

Working at the ABC

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With more than 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across more than 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates and entertains Australian communities.

The ABC's a great place to work; we provide various opportunities for Indigenous staff, including attending the national Indigenous staff conference, activities during NAIDOC week, regular networking events and mentoring support.

You'll have a friendly and supportive environment to learn and grow in, with a vibrant, dynamic and cohesive team and a manager who will help you with any questions and give you regular opportunities to talk about your progress. You'll also have access to a network of Indigenous staff and support from the ABC's Lead, Indigenous Employment and Diversity.

For further details on the role and requirements, please refer to the full position description:

For further information on this position please contact Katherine Leigh, Legal Assistant on

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 2 June

Apply now Job no:
Work type: Contract Part Time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Administration/Support, Legal & Corporate Affairs

This vacancy is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, reflecting our commitment to the ABC's Reconciliation Action Plan, ABC Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan and the Equal Employment Opportunity (Commonwealth Authorities) Act 1987.

  • Contract Vacancy for Approximately 12 Months
  • Part-Time Hours (2 days p/week)
  • $66K - $72 p.a. (pro rata) + choice of 15.4% super through ABC Superannuation fund (or 11% through your own super fund)
  • Ultimo, Sydney: Convenient CBD location (near Central Station)

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated law student who enjoys working collaboratively with others and has a genuine interest in the media.

Working with senior lawyers, you will provide basic administrative assistance to the ABC legal team as well as:

  • Assist ABC lawyers with legal research, litigation and admin support as required
  • Assist with the development of training and reference materials
  • Assist with answering the Prepublication phone line, connect calls from the ABC's external and internal clients with appropriate departments and personnel quickly and efficiently

You will also be given opportunities to learn from experienced lawyers who perform a range of tasks in the media law and entertainment fields.

About You

If you also have the following attributes, we would love to hear from you:

  • Curious and driven with a keen interest in the media
  • Enrolled in 4th year of an undergraduate law degree or 2nd year of a Juris Doctor/Graduate Law program, or beyond, preferably completed or enrolled to study evidence, civil litigation, media law and intellectual property law
  • Good clerical, basic drafting, researching and proofreading skills
  • Sound oral and written communication skills

Working at the ABC

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With more than 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across more than 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates and entertains Australian communities.

The ABC's a great place to work; we provide various opportunities for Indigenous staff, including attending the national Indigenous staff conference, activities during NAIDOC week, regular networking events and mentoring support. You'll have a friendly and supportive environment to learn and grow in, with a vibrant, dynamic and cohesive team and a manager who will help you with any questions and give you regular opportunities to talk about your progress. You'll also have access to a network of Indigenous staff and support from the ABC's Lead, Indigenous Employment and Diversity.

For further details on the role and requirements, please refer to the full position description:

For further information on this position please contact Katherine Leigh, Legal Assistant on

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

For more information on working at the ABC visit

Applications Close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 2 June

Advertised: 10 May 2024 5:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 02 Jun :55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr

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