Legal Services Officer

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Northline Full time

Enjoy a great balance between work and life in this relaxed role with autonomy and challenging tasks

  • Strong drafting skills, exceptional attention to detail and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Currently working towards or have completed a Bachelor of Laws, preferably in your second or third year

Join us at Northline

At Northline, you will have a unique opportunity to enhance your legal knowledge within the transport and logistics sector; an industry that generates approximately $95 billion in revenue annually in Australia, employing nearly half a million Australians.

You will have the chance to acquire a diverse range of engaging and challenging legal and commercial experiences, while receiving guidance and supervision from a seasoned commercial lawyer with over 15 years of experience. This role will help you develop solid legal skills, business acumen, and customer relationship management abilities, grooming you to excel as an in-house legal professional.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders on various legal issues, such as negotiating and drafting procurement contracts with major Australian companies.

In addition, some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting basic document reviews and providing advice to senior staff as necessary
  • Assisting in drafting and preparing legal documents
  • Communicating with internal stakeholders to achieve business goals
  • Completing documents with guidance from senior staff
  • Researching legal developments relevant to the company
  • Managing filing and providing administrative support as required

This is a part-time role, with a minimum commitment of three days per week. Ideally, your work days for the first 6 to 12 months will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We also offer some flexibility to work fewer hours during exam periods and potentially increase hours during semester breaks.

Who we are seeking

We are looking for individuals currently pursuing or having completed a Bachelor of Laws, preferably in the second or third year.

To thrive in this role, you should possess strong technical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

You must be well-organized, have strong drafting skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills to build connections across various departments.

An enthusiasm for corporate law, contracts, procurement, and commercial affairs will be advantageous.

Discover our Benefits

Northline provides an inclusive, flexible, and diverse work environment. While being a significant part of the team at Northline, you will also experience a close-knit community that values both your professional and personal well-being. You will enjoy a balanced work-life, autonomy, challenging projects, and opportunities to contribute to impactful decisions and initiatives.

We prioritize learning, training, and development, promoting internal growth and offering career advancement within the evolving freight and logistics industry.

Through employee recognition programs, we acknowledge and reward the contributions of both individuals and the team to Northline's success.

Our wellness and benefits initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program, prioritize the well-being of our team members when needed.

In addition, we offer discounts on travel, fitness, entertainment, and more, recognizing and enhancing the holistic well-being of our employees.

About Northline

Northline is a reputable Australian-founded global logistics company with a leading national network and a global presence spanning over 100 countries.

Whether our customers' freight needs to reach international cities, small towns, or remote areas, they trust Northline to deliver reliably.

At Northline, we value our people as a key asset. As a forward-thinking, Australian family-owned business, we take pride in our accomplishments and appreciate and reward those who exceed expectations.

Join us and become one of Australia's Global Logistics People.

Requirements

To qualify for this opportunity, you should be currently enrolled in or have completed a Law degree from an Australian university:

  • Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor of Laws, preferably in the second or third year
  • Demonstrate a keen interest in corporate law
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Be a collaborative and team-oriented individual

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your application through Seek, including your updated resume and cover letter.

We are excited to review your application.

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