Paralegal

2 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

**THE ROLE**

The paralegal role will provide assistance to the Public Law, Litigation and Inquiries team in the Legal Services Branch. Attention to detail, adaptability and teamwork underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively. The role will provide a wide range of paralegal functions across the Public Law, Litigation and Inquiries team's day operations, with a focus on supporting the litigation functions of the team.

The paralegal role will assist with file and record management, coordinating court listings and barrister briefings, preparing court books and assisting with legal correspondence. This may include data entry into the branch's matter management system and department's record management system and preparing matter management reports. The paralegal may also be required to assist the team in preparing relevant data for the leadership to provide to the department's divisions, Secretary and ministers.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Under general direction, provide supportive assistance with office processes including data entry and management of documentation and preparing matter management reports
- Answer queries, provide timely advice and undertake general follow up action as required, including correctly redirecting incoming mail and queries.
- Assist solicitors in the management of advice and/or litigation, including:
- Drafting and preparing forms, documents, correspondence, and other material.
- Briefing counsel appropriately in matters managed by the Public Law, Litigation and Inquiries team.
- Undertaking legal research and discrete tasks.

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**COVID-19 VACCINATION**
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current **ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice**, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

  • Paralegal

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia HAYS Full time

    Paralegal | Melbourne | Permanent **Your new company** Join a prestigious Melbourne-based law firm specialising in compensation law, known for its bespoke and empathetic approach to legal services. Our client is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting the community we serve. **Your new role** As a Paralegal, you'll support our legal...

  • Senior Paralegal Officer

    4 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    THE ROLEThe Senior Paralegal Officer will provide high-level operational and leadership support to the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office's paralegal team, with particular focus to supporting complex litigation and appellant work.The position will have a role in supervising a small team of paralegals and have an operational focus while working...

  • Paralegal

    6 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia HAYS Full time

    Paralegal | Victorian Institute of Teaching | Permanent Role | $$ Grade 3 **Your new company** Join the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), an independent statutory authority responsible for regulating members of the teaching and early childhood teaching professions in Victoria, ensuring quality teaching and the safety of children. VIT accredit teacher...

  • Paralegal

    17 hours ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Office of Public Prosecutions Full time

    **Paralegal. Full-time, ongoing position. Applications close on 11:59pm Thursday 13 November 2025.** **About the role**: This position is suited to individuals with a commitment to the integrity of the criminal justice system and demonstrated proficiency in the sensitive handling of complex legal administration. The Paralegal works closely and...

  • Paralegal

    6 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Keypoint Law Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

    Melbourne CBD, Full-time or part-timeKeypoint Law is seeking to grow our Central Office team. We are looking for committed career paralegals and highly capable law students who are available at least 3 days per week. Exciting opportunities with prospects to establish a career as a paralegal or to transition into a lawyer role.We are open to...

  • Paralegal, Health and Safety Legal

    2 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia WorkSafe Victoria Full time $90,080 per year

    $90,308.00 per annum + 12% superannuationFull time, fixed term opportunity until 15/11/2026Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung / Melbourne CBD based role (hybrid - 3 days in office)About the opportunityHealth & Safety Legal (HSL) sits within WorkSafe's Legal & Governance Division. HSL provides expert legal advice on compliance and enforcement activities under Victorian...

  • Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    **Lead and inspire a team of**paralegals in a supportive, high-performing environment - **Streamline legal support operations** by driving process improvements and workflow efficiency - **Hybrid work**: - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work - **Ongoing** | Full-time - **VPS 4** $97,955 - $111,142 plus superannuation per annum **About the...

  • Paralegal

    16 hours ago

    Melbourne, Australia Davies Collison Cave Full time

    Looking for a workplace which fosters collegiality in a fair and inclusive setting? You’ve found it. This is an opportunity to join one of Australia’s largest, and most respected Intellectual Property firms. Our renowned team comprises of hard-working, proud and highly driven individuals, working with world-class clients and powerful brands. Does this...

  • Paralegal Coordinator

    16 hours ago

    Melbourne, Australia Allens Full time

    **Job no**: 495244 **Work type**: Permanent - Full time **Location**: Melbourne, Sydney **Categories**: Paralegals **About Allens** Allens is a leading international law firm with a proud 200-year heritage of shaping the future for our clients, our people and the communities in which we work. From playing a pioneering role in the development of...

  • Paralegal

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Wall Street Full time

    Brand new Toorak Office with all the amenities you need at your doorstep - Be part of a fun & engaged team, with regular all-out company events - Ongoing training & development to progress your Paralegal career **About the company**: *** Our client is a new, Melbourne based legal practice, with a dedicated client stream. Our objective is to produce...