Paralegal and Law Clerk

at  NSW Department of Communities and Justice

WORK TYPE:

Temporary 12 months, with a possibility of extension.
Full-Time – 35 hours per week or Part-Time 21-28 hours per week
We are seeking enthusiastic law students who are looking to start their careers!
Register your interest and the team will reach out to you when there is a vacancy that matches your skills and experience. We are currently in the process of collecting a list of individuals who are interested in potential future opportunities within our organisation. At this stage, there may not be specific vacancies available. However, we welcome individuals who are passionate about contributing to our team to express their interest by submitting their details. Applications are continuously reviewed, and if you’re a great fit, you could be invited for an interview at the earliest opportunity, depending on availability.

ABOUT US

The CSO is here to be the NSW Government’s most trusted legal advisor. We have a rich history which dates to 1817. Our principal objective is to advise and represent agencies so that they can deliver the NSW Government’s policies, programs and projects in a lawful, effective and efficient manner. We are the sole provider of legal services in all matters regarded as core legal work. We also deliver non-core legal work to government agencies through competition with the private sector.

Legal services provided by the CSO include:

• legal advice
• representation in litigation
• representation at inquests and other inquiries
• property and commercial transactions
• drafting documents and agreements, including intergovernmental agreements
• assisting Royal Commissions and other inquiries
• provision of officers to serve on committees
• preparing publications
• training and information for government agencies.

At the CSO, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce contributes to the success of our organisation and we are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects our diverse community.

You will provide comprehensive legal, clerical, and administrative support to solicitors and legal teams, including drafting court documents, preparing submissions, and conducting legal research. You will be responsible for supporting the effective management of legal matters, utilising practice and document management systems to ensure accurate information storage and timely communication.
The Paralegal position is a role for aspiring solicitors who have completed the first two years of their legal studies, with experience working in a professional services environment.
The Law Clerk position is an entry-level role designed for law students who have not yet reached the third year of their studies or do not have experience working in a professional services environment.
The role involves liaising with internal and external stakeholders, responding to inquiries professionally, and escalating issues when necessary. Your work will be crucial in maintaining organisational standards and delivering high-quality legal services to clients.
For more information about each role, please click below.

Law Clerk Paralegal

• Successful candidates will be offered a position as a Law Clerk or Paralegal based on their assessment results and prior experience.

Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the key accountabilities and pre-established standards (capability, knowledge and experience) when preparing their resume and cover letter.

Applicants must complete the online application form including:

• Responses to the pre-screening questions
• An up-to-date resume which clearly details their capabilities, knowledge and experience relevant to this role
• A cover letter, no longer than two pages that captures how their skills and experience are relevant and suit the role
• A copy of latest transcript

Please also note:

• Incomplete applications cannot be assessed and are unlikely to progress to the next stage (this includes responses to targeted questions and cover letter).
• All documents should be submitted in MS Word or PDF format.
• The selection process will include a range of capability-based assessments, including an interview to assist in determining the applicant’s suitability for the role.

The completeness and relevance of your application will determine if your application progresses to the next stage.
You can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact Justyna Wieczorek, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0400 549 700 or email justyna.wieczorek@cso.nsw.gov.au to further discuss. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and linguistically diverse people, veterans and other diverse communities.
This recruitment will be used to create a talent pool to fill temporary full-time and part-time vacancies as they arise over the next 18 months at the CSO.