Paralegal

We're passionately committed to our people and their wellbeing.
- Fixed Term Contract - 18 months. Part-time role - 3 days per week.
- Hybrid working in our Haymarket office, near Central station.

**About us**

At Healthdirect Australia we work with purpose and dedication to help Australians actively manage and improve their health.

Our virtual health services are readily accessible through various platforms, including helplines, video consultations, websites, and our mobile app. These services are designed to support Australians across all life stages, ensuring that, regardless of location or time, individuals can connect with healthcare professionals, access reliable information, receive online advice, and locate nearby health services.

By integrating cutting-edge technologies such as AI-driven clinical decision support systems, we strive to provide accurate and timely health information across multiple channels. These innovations enhance our ability to deliver responsive and trustworthy care to communities nationwide.

**About the Opportunity**

Join our dynamic Legal and Business Resilience team in a role that offers variety, an opportunity to improve your skillset and benefit from mentoring from a close-knit team. You'll work alongside a team that takes pride in working collaboratively and supporting one another, with this mindset reflected across the organisation.

We are seeking a proactive and engaging Paralegal to report to the Senior Legal Counsel and support the Business Resilience team.

Responsibilities include:

- Conduct legal research on bills, legislation, and regulatory issues
- Support Senior Legal Counsel with legal training across business units
- Maintain and update legal and teamwork registers
- Assist with insurance program renewal and stakeholder coordination
- Process records requests per procedures and maintain register
- Monitor legislation updates via Federal Legislation Register and other services
- Track relevant legal developments through news and other channels
- Provide guidance on corporate governance matters
- Help maintain statutory and contract compliance registers, and implement assurance procedures
- Assist with some contract preparation (under Senior Legal Counsel supervision) and general document accuracy and quality control.

**About You**

Currently enrolled in the final 2 years of an Australian law degree, or experienced paralegal seeking part-time opportunities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organised and able to track multiple work-streams
- Driven, and able to work autonomously while prioritising competing tasks
- Advanced MS Word skills, including template development, style management, and document formatting consistency
- Excel and PowerPoint capabilities advantageous
- Solid understanding of Australian legislative frameworks and development processes
- Adaptable, positive and happy to help nature
- Collaborates with whole team to identify and suggest improvements.

**Why work with us**

We believe our strength comes from our talented and dedicated staff. We are committed to working together to create a culture where you can bring your whole self to work.

Our benefits include:

- Flexible work arrangements.
- 14 weeks company Paid Parental Leave for both parents.
- Multi-dimensional wellbeing program that is run by our people for our people.
- Individual curated learner journeys to support you to expand your capabilities and unlock your talent.
- Opportunity to get involved with a range of committees and activities (including the social committee).
- Working in the 477 Pitt Street building that offers many activities on site, including Yoga and Pilates).

To find out more about Healthdirect, and our vision for a healthier Australia, please visit our website - about.healthdirect.gov.au

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.