At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you We believe life's about possibilities.
And so is the future.
That's why we need you.
We're working at the heart of Queensland's energy transformation.
Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge.
Join us and make it happen.
Life at Powerlink As the Paralegal you'll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses.
Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible .
9-day fortnight with RDOs every second week Competitive remuneration package + 14.75% superannuation Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles Onsite cafeteria offering quality food at subsidised prices Access to onsite gym facility Powerlink offers robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels Find a career that matters and lasts As a Paralegal , you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality legal research and support to our in-house Legal Services team.
This includes supporting compliance with legislation, managing legal records, and coordinating work requests.
The role also involves maintaining and updating the Legal Services work requests, ensuring timely escalation when necessary.
In this role you will; Deliver high-quality paralegal and technical support to the Legal Services team Conduct research on legislation, case law, and Powerlink records to assist the team in delivering accurate legal advice Assist in creating, formatting, and reviewing templates for legal documents used within the organisation Prepare basic legal documents using templates, under the supervision of senior legal team members Compile briefs for internal and external stakeholders, prepare internal memorandums, and handle general correspondence related to legal matters Manage the legal work requests system, ensuring all documentation and correspondence are tracked and responded to within required timeframes Perform property conveyancing and conduct various searches, such as titles, easement registration, plans, and company searches Maintain effective record-keeping and legal file management within Legal Services, ensuring compliance with the Public Records Act 2002 The community you will join Join our expanding team of highly experienced in-house lawyers and report directly to our Head of Legal.
Powerlink is the electricity transmission network service provider for QLD, and we are dedicated to delivering reliable, safe, and sustainable electricity to Queenslanders.
As our business experiences significant growth due to the renewable energy transition, we are expanding our legal team to support this exciting journey.
What we value most is your eagerness to contribute to Queensland's renewable energy future.
If you are passionate about making a difference and being part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!
Your expertise Ideally you will have a Certificate or Diploma in Business, Administration or Legal Studies with relevant experience working as a Paralegal.
You will have a proven track record of providing confidential, high-quality support that meets compliance requirements.
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
You will have experience in conducting legal research and preparing legal documents.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines, are crucial.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must, with experience in liaising with clients, stakeholders, solicitors, and barristers.
You will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong oral and written communication skills are also necessary.
Be the start of every possibility To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on 20th October 2024.
Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.
There's lots to love about a career with Powerlink.
But our people say there's three things that really stand out: A career that matters and lasts: You'll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
Unique work and the chance to grow: You'll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
People who love to support and share: You'll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you'll be proud to work with.
For all enquiries, contact our recruitment team at ****** .
Our commitment to inclusion and belonging At Powerlink, we champion inclusion and belonging by supporting every candidate during the recruitment journey.
Please inform us of any needs or adjustments for a more inclusive process, including sharing your preferred pronouns.
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