▷ Urgent Search: Paralegal, Licensing

2 days ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia The Law Society of New South Wales Full time

- Permanent part time role - 3 days per week
- Located in the heart of Sydney's CBD (Martin Place)

The Law Society of NSW is currently looking for a permanent part time Paralegal (3 days per week) to join our Licensing and Registry team in the heart of Sydney's CBD (Martin Place).

About the team

Licensing and Registry, manages the Law Society’s licensing functions associated with granting, renewing, varying and maintaining Australian practising certificates and registration certificates in accordance with the legal profession legislation, and also for the Law Society of New South Wales Professional Standards Scheme.

About the role

You will be responsible for assisting the Director, Licensing and Registry, and the Licensing, Registry and Scheme teams, in carrying out the Law Society’s licensing and registration functions pursuant to the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW). You will provide legal, administrative and operational support in a timely, efficient and professional manner.

What you/'ll be doing

- Working closely with the Director and a team of solicitors in respect to the delivery of all functions associated with the granting, variation, renewal and compliance with practising certificate (PC) and Australian registration certificate (ARC) conditions, in accordance with legal profession legislation.
- Reviewing and assessing standard licensing and membership applications.
- Assisting with providing timely responses to requests for information from the profession, the public, other regulatory bodies, and various internal departments within the Law Society.
- Supporting the Scheme Department with the administration of the Professional Standards Scheme.
- Assisting with drafting documents including memorandums, advices, and written correspondence.
- Supporting the management of web based content pertaining to licensing and regulatory issues, including forms for use by the profession.
- Providing support to the Registry Department and Scheme Department as directed by the Director.
- Assisting with developing digital transformation and streamlining processes.

About you

- Studying a law degree, or a graduate of a law degree.
- Proven strong administrative skills gained in a previous paralegal role and/or demonstrated ability to prepare detailed legal draft memorandums and correspondence.
- High level computing skills in word processing and familiarity with various software packages including Microsoft teams, Outlook and Sharepoint.
- Ability to work within short timeframes and in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good time management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and adherence to confidentiality and business ethics.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and to demonstrate initiative.

To Apply

The Law Society of New South Wales is committed to building and maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role and supporting diversity.

Applications should contain a CV and cover letter that outlines your key experience and motivations for this role.

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