Your role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Conveyancing Paralegal to join our Real Estate & Construction practice group in Canberra, on a permanent full-time basis.
The Commercial team has a proven track record of handling significant transactions within the Australian property market. Our expertise extends across the entire spectrum of property-related matters, encompassing retail shopping centres, commercial offices, and industrial sites. We have been integral in advising clients from the initial stages of acquisition through to development, providing comprehensive guidance and strategic insight throughout the process.
Working within a team of experienced Paralegals, this role will be responsible for end-to-end file management for high volume development project matters. Duties will include:
Processing new instructions, with direct contact with clients. Perusal of contracts and preparation of letters and documentation. Completing online searches. Managing paper and PEXA settlements. Financial and administrative tasks. About you
We'd love to hear from candidates who are in the early stages of their conveyancing career and eager to grow their career with a supportive and progressive Firm.
Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate:
At least 12 months' previous conveyancing paralegal experience. Well rounded verbal and written communication skills. An ability to manage competing priorities and time constraints practically and effectively. The ability to build rapport with clients. A team player and team first approach, with the ability to work with team members of varying levels. Pro-active focus on progressing matters to completion. About Gadens
Gadens is the only law firm to be recognised in AFR BOSS Magazine's Best Places to Work 2024, which ranks Australia and New Zealand's best workplaces across nine different industries.
We are a leading, independent Australian law firm, with a clear vision and strategy for the future. We help people achieve their purpose in a complex world, by leading by example, inspiring others, innovating and building something we are all proud of. We have an aggressive growth strategy and as part of our evolution and journey, we are creating a modern law firm and will present to the market a new, exciting offering that will rival Australia's top tier firms.
At Gadens, we:
Develop and inspire our people Do the right thing and make an impact Work with quality clients in our chosen markets Solve problems with people and technology working seamlessly together Are a widely recognised and respected brand. What we offer
We offer:
A friendly, down-to-earth, and supportive team environment. Truly flexible work practices. Progressive and market-leading Parental Leave support including:30 weeks' Paid Parental Leave Superannuation contributions while on Parental Leave, for up to 52 weeks (based on 5 days/week, regardless of your working days) An external coach to support our people through the various stages of the parental leave journey (Launch, Leave and Landing) A supported and staggered return Budget relief for fee earners upon landing/return Support and paid leave for Surrogacy and IVF treatment Ongoing professional development opportunities. Health and wellbeing initiatives. And much more! At Gadens, we engage with all of our people to create a work environment that encourages and promotes inclusion and diversity, while instilling pride in the firm and our values of excellence, collaboration, stewardship, positivity, responsibility and integrity. Our values and culture assist us in creating a cohesive environment in which we are committed equally to professionalism and personal fulfilment. We strive to create a culture where the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility are embraced and lived by our people every day. This includes respecting and connecting with First Nations people, and providing access to justice to those in need through our pro bono practice. This is what makes Gadens a great place to work.
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