Paralegal (Vpsg3)

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

**Salary**: $73,842 - $89,661

Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/-50942396

We're looking for an experienced Paralegal or Business Support professional to join the Legal and Legislation Division's Legal Practice Coordination team. The Paralegal, Legal Branch, will play a critical support role providing quality administrative and paralegal assistance within a high-performing team that is passionate about the work they do and the impact their work has on the community.

The role will suit a team player who enjoys working collaboratively, has outstanding attention to detail, initiative and confidence with legal concepts and the use of technology systems. Being proactive in identifying issues and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision are essential to success in this role.

We value our supportive culture and are proud of our friendly and respectful team that enjoys a laugh along the way. In addition to possessing the relevant skills and experience, we are looking for a likeminded individual to join our team.

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- Demonstrated experience as a paralegal or business support officer in an environment requiring management of competing priorities is essential.
- Demonstrated proficiency using technology and systems in an office environment at an intermediary to advanced level, with demonstrated strong capability in SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook to store and present information effectively, is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated proficiency using Oracle Financials is highly desirable.

**This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.**

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

**Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 16 July 2023.**

**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**
- DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave._