Paralegal

• Opportunity to make a real difference working for a purpose led organisation
• Full time role based in Surry Hills NSW
• Great flexibility with access to hybrid work arrangements

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our legal team who are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of older people in our communities.

The Paralegal will play a vital role in providing exceptional client-centred intake and assessment services. Your ability to connect with individuals and navigate their legal inquiries will be key to helping them access our valuable resources. In this position, you will conduct legal research, draft essential documentation and assist solicitors with managing files and records, all while collaborating with various teams within our organisation. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor and support Practical Legal Training students, contributing to their professional growth.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and embrace some intrastate travel, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission in delivering outstanding legal support!

Why work for Seniors Rights Service?

Our vision is a society that respects and upholds the rights of older people. 

Seniors Rights Service is a specialist community legal centre that provides free legal services, aged care advocacy and rights education and information to older people across New South Wales. This is a pivotal moment to join our team. As more older people seek aged care services, our organisation is continuously evolving to meet the expanding need for our services.

If you have a natural talent for connecting with people, have relevant experience and want to work for an organisation dedicated to supporting one of the most vulnerable groups in our communities, we want to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

• Experience a collaborative and fun work culture in a growing organisation.
• Great flexibility with access to hybrid work arrangements.
• SCHADS Award Level 4 with access to NFP Salary Packaging benefits.
• Enhanced leave provisions including gifted leave between Christmas and New Year.
• Six week paid parental leave.

Details

Essential Criteria

1. Enrolled in or have completed a law degree (Associate, LLB or JD) or experience in a Paralegal role.
2. Good interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex information concisely to a diverse range of people.
3. Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
4. Proven attention to detail, accuracy and a pragmatic problem solver.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, initiative and to escalate any matters when required.
6. Highly proficient with technology and software, including Microsoft Office 365.
7. A passion for social change and contributing to an organisation dedicated to supporting the most disadvantaged people in our communities.
8. Prepared to undertake and maintain a National Criminal History check as a condition of employment.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please answer all of the screening questions asked in the application process and upload a copy of your resume via this link.

Closing date: Sunday 20 July 2025

At Seniors Rights Service we seek a workforce that is as diverse as our society. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and core values and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices. Our inclusive workplace culture contributes to making Seniors Rights Service a great place to work. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply. Additionally, we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our employees and clients safe and strongly encourage vaccination against Influenza and COVID-19.

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