Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract

Smaart Recruitment ·www.smaart.com.au

Location Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Work type Hybrid
Salary AUD 40 - 45 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Legal
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Our client is a well-respected not-for-profit organisation that advocates for workers' rights and conditions. Their Industrial team works to protect and advance the employment rights of members across the sector. This is a great opportunity to build your career in industrial/employment law within a mission-driven, not-for-profit environment.
  
What's on Offer
  • $40 - $45 per hour + Super, depending on experience
  • Ongoing contract - 3 days per week initially, with view to move full-time
  • ASAP start, office based in Abbotsford
  • Flexible working hours (3 days per week to start)
  • Work with a supportive, friendly and experienced legal team
  • Meaningful work supporting workers' rights
Key Responsibilities
  • Providing high-level administrative and legal support to a team of 5 industrial lawyers
  • Preparing, filing and submitting court and tribunal documents
  • Liaising with courts, tribunals and external stakeholders
  • Managing correspondence, files and case documentation with a high level of accuracy
  • Supporting the team in matters relating to employment rights and industrial law
  • General legal administration duties as required
About You
  • Previous experience in a legal support or paralegal role is essential
  • Experience preparing and submitting documents to courts/tribunals
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment
  • A collaborative, friendly approach and the ability to work well within a team
  • Experience in industrial or employment law is highly regarded but not essential
  • Prior experience in the not-for-profit sector is a bonus
What's on Offer
  • $40 - $45 per hour + Super, depending on experience
  • 3 days per week initially, with view to move full-time
  • ASAP start, office based in Abbotsford
  • Flexible working hours (3 days per week to start)
  • Work with a supportive, friendly and experienced legal team
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly team and do meaningful work supporting workers' rights, so APPLY NOW by attaching your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.
  
If you have any questions, you can contact Bailey at bailey@smaart.com.au for a confidential chat.
  
*** Only shortlisted individuals will be contacted ***
*** Must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia ***

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role?
Smaart Recruitment is hiring for the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract job located?
The Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role with Smaart Recruitment is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role remote?
Yes — the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract position at Smaart Recruitment is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role pay?
Smaart Recruitment lists the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role at AUD 40–45 per hour.
Is the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Smaart Recruitment.
What experience level is the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role?
The Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Legal Assistant | Part-Time Contract role at Smaart Recruitment?
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