APS4 Paralegals

Allygroup is hiring law students or experienced paralegals for multiple secondment opportunities for a high-profile federal government agency. These roles offer a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional legal environment, contribute to meaningful public sector work, and build lasting networks within government.

Successful candidates will be placed in a fast-paced and dynamic setting, engaging with complex legislation and administrative processes. The role is open to people in different state.

Key duties may include:

• Administering and coordinating legal support functions, including financial management, reporting, database administration, file and record management, logistical support, and workflow coordination
• Arranging and administering supplementary legal resources, including personnel, to support legal services, events, and training
• Applying legal knowledge to assist in formal legal and administrative processes, including those involving courts, tribunals, inquiries, and government administration
• Drafting legal and administrative correspondence and documentation to support legal officers
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support legal service delivery
• Facilitating participation in legal and administrative forums
• Assessing and directing tasks in accordance with established practices and principles
• Evaluating workflows and office practices to identify risks and opportunities for improvement
• Conducting legal research to support legal officers

Our ideal candidates will have:

• Strong interest in government affairs, public policy, and legislative processes
• Excellent critical thinking and attention to detail
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

Previous experience in a legal support role (e.g., paralegal, law clerk, legal admin) is highly desirable.

The Allygroup difference

• Impactful Work: Contribute to maintaining high standards of integrity and transparency.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning and career development.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and experienced legal team.
• Attractive Remuneration: Competitive salary package.

What you need to do now

To apply, click the 'Apply for this job' button above or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at  expressing your interest. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through The National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and related position description/s) may also be requested by emailing 

About Allygroup

Allygroup is a law firm that specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.

Allygroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their gender, disability, neurodivergence, or cultural or religious identity.

If you identify as a person with a disability or neurodivergence, as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, or from a culturally or linguistically diverse background and would like to disclose this information, we encourage you to do so in your application or included cover letter.