At a Glance
- Tasks: Support lawyers with legal reviews and compliance in a dynamic tech environment.
- Company: Join a leading Australian technology business with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, exposure to in-house legal work, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Perfect for smart, curious individuals eager to make an impact.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a business-facing legal role that sets you up for success.
- Qualifications: Admitted solicitor or law graduate with relevant legal experience.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 95000 $ per year.
Beacon Legal has partnered with a leading Australian Technology business to support the appointment of 2 Paralegals (12 month Fixed Term Contracts). Working closely alongside the marketing team, the role sits within a high-performing legal function that will assist the lawyers providing legal support for a customer facing area of the business.
The Paralegal will assist the legal team through offering comprehensive legal reviews of marketing and customer communications, advise on product development across the full product lifecycle, which will involve drafting and updating customer terms, as well as supporting the compliance teams with regulatory frameworks. This opportunity will be suited to a commercially minded paralegal who enjoys working closely alongside stakeholders, applying their legal skills in a practical forum, and delivering solutions that balance risk with business objectives.
Relevant Qualifications and Experience
- Admitted as a solicitor in Australia (Potential to consider law graduates)
- 1+ years of post-admission law legal experience or relevant paralegal experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house
- Knowledge of commercial contracts and consumer law
What type of candidate will be successful?
- A smart and curious individual – with a deep interest in a business-facing legal role
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Drafting and negotiation skills
- Approachable and collaborative
- Ability to work alongside a team, as well as autonomously
- Performance-driven, with strong commercial acumen
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity for law graduates who are looking to get exposure in an in-house capacity for one of the leading Technology companies in Australia. It works closely with the marketing and product teams in a truly business-facing, legal support role that will set your career up for success.
Paralegal employer: Beacon Legal
As a Senior Legal Counsel at our growing international business in Melbourne, you will enjoy a unique opportunity to take ownership of the legal function while working closely with senior leadership. Our collaborative and low-ego culture fosters clear communication and practical decision-making, allowing you to influence the direction of the legal team significantly. With access to an experienced international legal network and the potential for career advancement towards a Head of Legal or General Counsel position, this role offers a rewarding environment for those seeking meaningful and impactful work.
