Law Student Opportunity with a Leading Australian Law Firm

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Moray & Agnew Full time

About Moray & Agnew

We are one of Australia's leading law firms, renowned for our exceptional legal expertise and outstanding client service. With over 110 partners, our teams are organized into three strategic pillars: Insurance, Commercial & Workplace, and Government.

Our clients include prominent insurers, corporates, and government agencies. We have a strong commitment to fostering flexible, inclusive, and diverse environments for our employees. Our partners are dedicated to continually learning and developing their skills to deliver top-quality advice and representation.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated law student to join our team as a Paralegal on a casual basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for students who want to gain hands-on experience in a legal firm and build on previously gained office or legal experience. The successful candidate will be closely mentored by senior lawyers and have a varied and interesting workload.

The Paralegal will be responsible for tasks such as legal research, preparing court documents, discovery of documents, drafting legal documents and correspondence, attending client meetings, and shadowing mediations and informal settlements. The role is ideal for students looking to develop their skills and gain valuable experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should be a law student about to commence year three or above of a double degree (3/5) or year two or above of a single law degree (2/3). You should also be available to work at least two full days each week during your study semester. While prior legal or office experience is not necessary, self-confidence, initiative, good judgment, and excellent organization skills are highly valued.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, health and wellness initiatives, paid parental leave, continuous learning and development programs, mentoring opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Our salary package includes a competitive hourly rate of $45-$60 AUD per hour, depending on the location and level of experience.



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