Paralegal

About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need
- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us

We are absolutely thrilled to be recruiting a permanent full-time position as a Paralegal

Truly passionate, dedicated and authentic people make up our highly respected organisation. Our small yet dynamic Legal and Governance team are a group of hardworking, optimistic, vibrant, outcomes-driven yet fun people. It’s an exciting time to join this team with current and future legislative policy changes.

As the successful incumbent you will provide timely and effective support to the legal team, including conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, undertaking administrative tasks, communicating with stakeholders, compliance and regulatory assistance and assisting with case management

The role’s key duties and responsibilities include:
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support advice preparation.- Assist with the drafting and proofreading of legal documents.- Manage and respond to subpoenas and records requests including coordinating responses with other business units.- Assist with management of Anglicare non-clinical policies and procedures.- Assist having documents executed under Power of Attorney.- Assist in case management activities, including organising and maintaining documentation.- Communicate with stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.- Review and summarise legal documents, cases and legislative changes.- Assist with document management, including electronic filing of documents.- Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations relevant to legal practice areas.- Assist with meeting ongoing governance and compliance obligations.

Your qualifications and experience should include a Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies or working towards completion of a Bachelor of Laws (third or penultimate year preferred). Also proven experience as a paralegal, legal assistant/administrator (minimum 1 year preferred).

Why Join Anglicare?
At Anglicare, we are guided by our Vision, Mission, and Values, inspired by the love of Jesus Christ. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can make a real difference in people’s lives.

Benefits: Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements, salary packaging benefits, employee wellness and rewards programs, Fitness Passport and retail discounts from selected retailers, and MORE
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Application Close Date: December 20, 2024