
Law Clerk
2 weeks ago
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
**About the role**
We are currently looking for an experienced law clerk to join our Development team in Melbourne.
Our law clerk team manages a wide range of developments including both large and small scale Apartment, Townhouse and Land Projects. You will have responsibilities and involvement in a wide range of areas, including:
- Working as part of a large team of law clerks who manage the contract administration of a conveyancing transaction from Day of Sale to Settlement;
- Working on active projects, and assisting with any overflow work on an ad hoc basis;
- Providing advice and guidance to clients, and collaborating internally during the lifecycle of a development as required including Sales Summaries, Finance Reports and Settlement Summaries;
- Preparation of Land Registry documentation for Plan of Subdivision lodgement, monitoring progress and advising your Project Team and Client when registration occurs;
- Maintaining Contract information in Maddocks' own Conveyancing Software with the assistance of Administrative Assistants and Law Clerk Assistants; and
- Conducting bulk settlements including preparation of the settlement figures and documents and using PEXA Projects to complete the settlements.
**About you**
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar environment;
- A high standard of typing, competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PEXA, DutiesOnline, SPEAR, ePortfolio, Expert and other relevant software programs;
- Knowledge of law, relevant processes and terminology required for a conveyancing transaction;
- High attention to detail;
- Be able to produce accurate, high quality work in a timely manner;
- Be proactive and prioritise activities according to level of urgency;
- The ability to communicate effectively across all levels;
- Be able to identify when a transaction requires input or supervision from a Development Lawyer;
- Be able to remain calm under pressure during periods of high work volumes and strict timeframes;
- Enjoy working as part of a close knit team as well as working autonomously
**Why join Maddocks?**
Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:
**A diverse and inclusive workplace**: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.
**Career Development**: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
**Community involvement**: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
**Work flexibly**: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
**Wellbeing & Benefits**: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
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