Paralegal

4 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Dhara Consulting Group Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

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Overview

Working with Proximity (an SPA Australia company)

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal, and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. We recently joined forces with Systems Planning and Analysis (SPA) and are in the process of integrating our Australian teams. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the 'right fit' solution for its clients' needs.

We're committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace where all our people-no matter their identity, orientation, background, or physical ability-feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for. We are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.

Proximity, an SPA Australia company, is seeking a Paralegal Officer to work within a large Commonwealth agency.

Proximity clients often require the support of talented early career advisors. We are keen to hear from you if you are looking for an opportunity to build on the great skills you have already developed, seeking a supportive culture-based organisation that has a healthy focus on helpful outcomes for clients, whilst also being part of a socially responsible and highly ethical team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the collation of information from computer systems and records in response to requests from external stakeholders.
  • Assisting in the drafting of briefs and other documents such as public interest certificates to delegates to disclose protected information.
  • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of electronic legal files.
  • Undertaking legal research to assist in the preparation of legal advice.
    Attending meetings and assisting with note taking.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Ability to manage competing priorities with strong attention to detail
  • Strong verbal, written, and document management skills
  • Coordination skills to help keep tasks on track

To be eligible for this role, you must hold - or be able to obtain - an Australian Government Security Clearance and be based in Canberra or Melbourne.

Over 1 years' experience working within government, consulting, or a professional services environment, ideally as a paralegal, will be highly regarded.

The Proximity Difference

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

  • Health and wellbeing support as well as social events throughout the year to connect with colleagues
  • Professional development
  • The chance to give back to your community by working with Proximity's not for profit partners
  • Flexible working options
  • Career progression pathways supporting your development and personal goals including a mentorship program and regular CPDs

Why Proximity

We require a commitment of at least three days per week, with flexibility to accommodate important commitments such as exams. We're open to discussing your needs, recognising that they may evolve over time. Whether you're available now or in a few months, let's have a conversation about how we can make it work for you.

To find out more or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Loretta Pabian at .

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