Our state government partner is seeking a detail‐oriented Paralegal Support Officer. Join a high‐performing legal team supporting complex insurance and risk matters.
About the role
* Contribute to meaningful legal work, assisting with claims, litigation and advisory services across a dynamic portfolio
* 3‐month temporary assignment with potential for extension
* Work in a fast‐paced, process‐driven environment where accuracy and responsiveness are key
* Be part of a supportive workplace with structured wellbeing frameworks in place to manage exposure to sensitive material
Key responsibilities
* Provide high‐quality paralegal support to legal practitioners, including preparing briefs, drafting routine court documents and correspondence
* File and serve legal documents, and conduct searches across court registries, tribunals, hospitals and other entities
* Assist with discovery processes, including document inspection, copying, indexing and preparing lists of documents
* Support trial preparation and provide assistance during hearings as required
* Conduct legal research and assist in drafting routine documentation
* Coordinate meetings, conferences and interviews with stakeholders including clients, counsel and expert witnesses
* Maintain accurate records, bring‐up systems and time recording to meet billing requirements
* Assist with billing processes and ensure compliance with daily billable hour targets
* Index, redact and summarise legal and medical documentation with a high level of accuracy
* Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders across multiple teams
Mandatory requirements
* Previous experience in a paralegal or legal support role
* Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail
* Ability to manage sensitive and potentially distressing material with professionalism and resilience
Highly regarded
* Experience working within government legal environments
* Exposure to insurance, litigation or risk‐related matters
About you
* You are detail‐oriented, organised and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‐paced environment
* You demonstrate resilience and professionalism when working with sensitive or confronting material
* You are adaptable, willing to learn and confident working both independently and within a team
For more information, please call Hyacinth Capilos on 07 3239 2578 or Apply Now to join a high‐performing legal team and contribute to the delivery of critical government legal services.
Exposure to Trauma and/or Vicarious Trauma
This role may involve exposure to confronting material, including criminal activity and other distressing content. A structured framework supports employees across the full lifecycle—covering induction, wellbeing, intervention, and exit—to manage the risks of vicarious trauma and safeguard staff wellbeing. Candidates should consider their resilience and ability to work in such environments.
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