Paralegal - Employment Law (Australia)

We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal specialising in Employment Law to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to an Australian legal practice.

The ideal candidate will have strong legal research, drafting, case management and administrative skills, with the ability to support a principal lawyer across employment advisory matters, workplace disputes and investigations.

This role involves assisting with substantive legal matters while supporting the efficient day-to-day operations of the practice, including client communications, matter management and process improvements. Previous experience working with Australian employment law, administrative law, HR or workplace relations will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the principal lawyer, including managing emails, calendars, calls, client enquiries and filing.

• Assist in drafting and proofreading legal correspondence, advice, employment contracts, workplace policies and other legal documents under supervision.

• Conduct legal research on Australian employment law, workplace relations, employment compliance and relevant legislation.

• Support employment disputes, pre-litigation matters, settlement negotiations and litigation through document preparation, evidence management and legal research.

• Assist with workplace investigations involving misconduct, performance management and other employment-related concerns.

• Maintain accurate and organised matter files, evidence, briefs and legal documentation.

• Prepare matter-opening documentation, conduct conflict checks and coordinate client engagement materials.

• Assist with client intake, lead management, follow-ups and social media activities to support practice development.

• Manage legal and administrative workflows using OneDrive, WorkingHours and other practice management systems, with an upcoming transition to Smokeball.

• Support the development and improvement of internal processes, document management systems and administrative procedures.

• Handle confidential client information with professionalism, discretion and sound judgment.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Law, Legal Studies or a related discipline; formal paralegal qualifications will also be considered.

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role, preferably within employment law, workplace relations, litigation or HR advisory.

• Familiarity with Australian employment law, workplace relations legislation, employment contracts and compliance requirements is highly advantageous.

• Strong legal research, drafting, proofreading and document preparation skills.

• Experience supporting dispute resolution, litigation, workplace investigations or employment advisory matters is desirable.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and manage multiple matters efficiently.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with a professional approach to client correspondence and stakeholder interactions.

• High attention to detail, confidentiality, integrity, emotional intelligence and sound professional judgment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, OneDrive and digital document management systems.

• Familiarity with legal practice management software such as Smokeball and time-tracking tools such as WorkingHours is advantageous.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with the principal lawyer and other stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Opportunity for 100% remote work.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Access to advanced legal research and practice management tools.

• Continuing education and professional development support focused on Australian personal injury law.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity.