Legal Content Writer

As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod's recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.
Our client is seeking to engage a Legal Content Writer on a contract for 6 months with potential extension.

• 6 Months Contract Role (Potential Extension)
• Complete Work From home or flexible office
• Must have legal practice experience in Australia essential, with minimum 3+ PQE
• Has been in legal practice within the past 5 (maximum 10) years
• Part-time (2-3 days p/w), but would also consider full time

Position Overview
The primary purpose of this role is to develop and maintain high quality up-to-date practical Legal Content. It will also provide support to Relationship Managers to help build brand awareness and influence market share across clients and stakeholders. The job will include preparing and maintaining practically focused content as well as practical resources for our popular Practical Guidance product that is Australia's most established and trusted 'how-to' of legal practice.
With strong experience as a practising lawyer in Australia, you will have a solid understanding of the practical processes relevant to different areas.
What's in this for you?

• An excellent opportunity to work with one of the major providers in legal research and technology solutions
• Share in our global mission and contribute every day to the advance of the rule of law around the world
• Exciting and engaging long-term career path as an alternative to legal practice that remains engaged with the legal industry
• A supportive, collaborative and passionate team to work with and a corporate culture that invests in its people and prioritises wellbeing
• Flexible working conditions that promote a healthy work/life balance
• Training and upskilling provided for editorial and technical skills
• Exciting career and personal development opportunities

Our Ideal Candidate will have:

• 3+ years PQE
• Experience in an Australian mid to top tier law firm or in-house counsel role
• A recent practice background in Property Law. Strong experience in commercial property matters and e-conveyancing are desirable
• Excellent communication and plain-English writing skills
• Aptitude for building and fostering relationships with a range of diverse clients and local and international stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills

If you feel you are a suitable candidate submit your application by hitting “Apply for this job”. Alternatively, you can email ashish.bhetwal@chandlermacleod.com for further discussion.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion