Expression of Interest - Paralegal Opportunities

Expression of Interest - Paralegal

The opportunity

From time to time we have opportunities for student Paralegals to join our Class Actions practice group in Melbourne CBD. These positions will be on an on-going casual basis and will require a minimum commitment of three days a week.

Our Class Actions team run claims on behalf of large groups of people, facing similar issues who ordinarily may be unable to access legal services on their own.  Class actions run by the practice are diverse in nature and include shareholder, trusts, human rights, medical device and bushfire claims.

Your duties will include:

• Reviewing discovered documents and analysing issues arising
• Liaising with clients and group members
• Conducting research tasks (legal and factual)
• General administration

If you are interested in working with us as a Paralegal please submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) via this job advertisement.

Emailed EOIs will be redirected.

Please note this is an Expression of Interest only; we may not have a specific vacancy to which you’re suited. Slater and Gordon may make contact with you should any suitable positions become available.

To be successful

You will be studying law and be passionate about progressing your career in Class Actions or Personal Injury Law.

The following attributes and skills will assist in your success in the role:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team environment
• Ability to exercise judgement and resolve problems
• Experience in legal administration

About us

Slater and Gordon is a leading Australian Personal Injury law firm. Our people are passionate advocates for clients, providing a personal and caring service. For their part, our clients value an expert, tailored service from people they can depend on.

We pride ourselves on offering accessible, world class legal services to people from all backgrounds and socio-economic circumstances. We work hard to simplify the legal process for them and provide support and guidance along the way.

At Slater and Gordon you’re exposed to varied and interesting work and the constant opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of everyday people.

Slater and Gordon employees enjoy a genuine opportunity for professional development in an environment that values and recognises high performance.

If you are motivated, hardworking and enjoy a fast paced workplace, then consider a career with us.