Paralegal

4 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Torrens University Australia Full time

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous - with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do
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What’s the job?

Reporting to the General Counsel ANZ & China, the Paralegal is responsible for providing administrative support to the Legal team for the operation group in Australia, New Zealand and China. This includes managing contracts from end to end, updating the legal Intranet, preparing invoices and assisting with general administrative duties.

Day-to-day accountabilities:
- Logging proposed contracts in the Contract Management System, ensuring all approvals required are obtained- Monitoring and following up on outstanding contracts which require signing- Regular reporting to relevant stakeholders on progression of contracts review and approval process- Assisting the legal team in amending and editing contracts, updating templates and preparing documents- Preparing case briefs and conducting basic legal research where required- Maintaining corporate registers, business names and trademarks and assisting with ASIC lodgments, filings and renewals for all registered companies

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This is a 6-month parental leave contract, 3 days a week (either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Tuesday, Thursday, Friday). This is a hybrid role, ideally based in Sydney (Surry Hills Campus). We are looking at an ideal start date of the end of March.

Who you are

We are looking for a career Paralegal with knowledge of legal terminology and legal procedure. To be successful in this role you will:
- Demonstrate experience and understanding of contract law and provisions, including how to advise and interpret them- Have a demonstrated understanding of policies and how to implement them- Have great organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail- Be able to work independently

Whilst previous legal experience is important, a background in contract management and/or ethics and compliance will be highly regarded.

This role could be ideal for someone looking at completing their Practical Legal Training or for someone who is currently a paralegal in a private firm and who would like exposure in an in-house legal team.

Why join us?

Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020,
_Australian Financial Review_ named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

What we offer:
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:

- Study free in a course/degree related to your position
- Flexible working conditions, allowing you to work remotely and from a campus near you
- Access to internal opportunities - Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisation

Hiring process

We’d love to hear from you.


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