Convenience Buttons: Time Remaining 17 daysManaging Law Clerk (Senior Paralegal)Salary: Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 pa + super (PSCA 2022)Location: Perth CBDSection/Team: Public & General Litigation and Civil Litigation SupportWork Type: Permanent - Full TimePosition No: 021762 & 021777Closing Date: 2024-11-18 4:30 PMBecome the backbone of legal success as a Senior Paralegal!We currently have 2x Permanent positions available for filling.About the roleWe are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Senior Paralegal with strong legal knowledge, excellent communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement to join our Public and General Litigation and Civil Litigation Teams.The position is advertised as a Senior Paralegal; however, the official job title is a Managing Law Clerk. For more details about the role, please refer to the attached Applicant Pack.The Senior Paralegal at the State Solicitor's Office plays a vital role in providing comprehensive paralegal and administrative support to legal officers across various sections, including Civil Litigation and Native Title. This position involves managing complex and sensitive legal files, drafting intricate legal documents, and facilitating effective communication between stakeholders. The Senior Paralegal also assists the Office in developing and promoting a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring high standards of legal service delivery and contributing to the Office's mission of providing timely and cost-effective legal services to the Government.About usThe State Solicitor's Office is responsible for the provision of broad-based, high-quality legal services to the Government of Western Australia and to a wide range of state government client departments and agencies including advice on law reform.Key functions of the Office are to:Provide legal advice to the Cabinet, the Attorney General of WA, Ministers and government departments and agenciesDraft legal documents for the Government and government clientsRepresent the State of WA and government clients in a wide range of civil litigation mattersProvide commercial, conveyancing and other property related servicesManage native title claims on behalf of the StateConduct prosecutions for client agencies with prosecutorial powersAppear as counsel on behalf of State and clients in a wide range of State and Federal courts and tribunals.We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Employee BenefitsAs an employee of the State Solicitor's Office, you can enjoy the following:Generous leave entitlements, including 3 extra public service holidays per year.Study leave.Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff.Access to a free Employee Assistance Program.Salary Packing.Discounted Private Health Insurance with eligible providers.Access to a fitness passport - use any eligible gym, Australia wide!About youTo be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:Legal Expertise: Strong knowledge of paralegal practices, legal terminology, and relevant legislation.Attention to Detail: Precision in managing complex legal files and drafting documents to avoid errors.Research Skills: Competence in conducting thorough legal research and analysing complex information.Please ensure you review the attached Applicant Pack for further information about the requirements of these positions. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.How to applyIf you don't want to miss out on this great opportunity, apply now by submitting:A Comprehensive CV outlining your experience and key achievements relative to the position.A covering letter of no more than two pages addressing the following Job related requirements. Please use this as an opportunity to tell us about some situations you have experienced that demonstrate these key criteria to support your claims.Note: during the selection process we'll be assessing applicants against all the Job related requirements outlined in the Applicant Pack.Please allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.To submit your application click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.Other important informationRelocation Assistance: The Office is committed to hiring the ideal candidate. Relocation Assistance may be offered if the suitable applicant is not living in Western Australia.Subsequent Vacancies: Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department for a period of twelve (12) months.The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes undergoing employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.If you have any needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact ******:Application Pack - Managing Law Clerk (Senior Paralegal).pdf
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