Senior Paralegal Or Law Graduate

About the business

Oakbridge Lawyers (OBL) is a dynamic national law firm which specialises in commercial litigation, credit management and insolvency law.

Its client base includes large private companies and publicly-listed companies in a range of different industries.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Paralegal or Law Graduate to support our dynamic, friendly and inclusive professional team in our Sydney office. The role will include:

• Preparing legal documents, statutory notices, and court documents and correspondence
• File management and client communication 
• Undertaking legal research
• Assist solicitors with the day-to-day operations of files/client management
• General administration including billing

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate must the following core values and skills:

• Experience in a paralegal role or graduate at law
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent spelling and grammar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to handle large volumes of work
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands 
• Enjoy being part of a team committed to, and delivering, client excellence

Skills and experience

OBL shall provide on-the-job training in respect of our systems and documents. Previous experience in a legal setting is favourable though not essential. The position would be ideal for a Law Graduate who wants to also obtain exposure to, and experience in, the private legal sector (full time position). However, our over-riding focus is to secure a candidate that has the above core values and skills.   

Just a few of the benefits of being part of OBL include:

• Leadership development program.

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) available for all staff as we understand and care about your wellbeing.

• Being part of a larger and rapidly going ASX list group of companies.

• An all inclusion and diverse environment that encourages and desires everyone’s feedback and input.

• Possible employee share options scheme. 

• Paid parental leave policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OBL aspires to be the exemplar employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. OBL aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention, and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

Please click ‘apply now’ to upload your cover letter and resume.

For more information please contact our National Practice Manager, Nikita Klar on (08) 7100 1***.