Paralegal
vor 9 Stunden
Opportunity for an enthusiastic and diligent Paralegal has become available to join our legal team in Sydney.
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to be part of a reputable organisation with fantastic career progression and professional development prospects.
We particularly encourage law students or recent law graduates from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.
Part time hours, attractive remuneration package and access to salary packaging.
About knowmore Knowmore is a nation-wide independent community legal centre providing free legal information, advice, representation and referrals, education and systemic advocacy for victims and survivors of child abuse.
Knowmore uses a multidisciplinary model bringing together lawyers, intake officers, social workers and counsellors, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement advisors and financial counsellors to provide trauma-informed, client-centred and culturally safe legal assistance to clients.
Services are provided through a national phone line and face-to-face services in key locations, supported by a comprehensive program of outreach and community engagement across Australia.
About the Role This role will provide full paralegal and administrative support to the Legal Team in assisting clients who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse.
This role may have direct service delivery responsibilities, therefore it is expected that the person in this role will have a general understanding of the work at Knowmore and of the needs of Knowmore's clients and act appropriately.
Duties and Responsibilities - Providing paralegal assistance including but not limited to:
Assisting lawyers with the day-to-day management of client files including the recording of information into the database.Assisting with drafting of correspondence and documents.Undertaking legal and other required research.Coordinating record requests and related enquiries.Analysing client records to assist with statement preparation.Liaising with Knowmore panel lawyers in relation to arrangements for compensation referrals.Collating records and information for external referrals.Liaising with other external service providers in relation to client matters.Assisting clients with enquiries and coordinating both internal and external appointments.Assisting with drafting and revision of client and community legal education materials.Perform routine and general office and administration duties, including the preparation and sending of mail, in accordance with Knowmore policies and procedures.Selection Criteria Maintain a flexible collegial and professional approach to working within a multi-disciplinary team.Maintain ability to work independently and also contribute positively as a part of a team.Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all activities but especially in record keeping, data entry and filing.Maintain high standards of discretion and show the ability to handle difficult situations with tact and sensitivity and when necessary refer to a more appropriate colleague.Work creatively to develop or adapt systems to increase efficient working.Location & Hours Location - SydneyPart time hours (3 days per week)Ongoing – subject to funding of the knowmore service.A competitive salary commensurate with the not for profit sector is offered together with the availability of salary packaging to achieve a tax effective total salary package.
In addition to being a flexible workplace, knowmore offers 12% superannuation (0.5% above the SGC), 4 weeks annual leave, including annual leave loading.
Employees have access to training and development opportunities as well as our Employee Assistance Program.
Additionally, Knowmore offers the ability to partially work from home to facilitate a balanced work life.
How to apply Further Information about knowmore is available at www.knowmore.org.au
If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested, please apply now.
Your application must include:
A cover letter outlining why you are applying for this position and your responses to the key selection criteria (maximum of two pages)A resume with your skills, experience and qualificationsThere is no application closing date but interviews may be conducted as applications are received.The role will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Records Check and a Working with Children Check.
Due to the volume of anticipated applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.
Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.
Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by knowmore.
We do not require extra assistance at this time.
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