Paralegal (Casual)
Why us:
The APP Group is proud to take responsibility for creating a better future.
Our integrated service offering spans the full asset capital investment lifecycle in the sectors of Transport, Property, Social Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities and Defence.
We provide market leading expertise and advice to help tackle Australia's most complex projects and challenges, backed by our 550-strong nationwide team.
Our people manage, consult and partner with our valued clients to shape progress for their organisation and the communities they serve.
The opportunity:
Working within the Sydney office as a casual Paralegal, you will assist the Legal team in the day-to-day legal operations of The APP Group. Your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Assist the General Counsel and Legal Counsel with the day-to-day operations of files and request for record (obtain records, redact, and prepare response correspondence)
- Draft and amend various legal documentation (including consultancy agreements, confidentiality agreements, leases, MOUs, tender offers and associated documents)
- Collection of information relevant to matters and liaising with clients
- Providing assistance to General Counsel and Legal Counsel in all aspects of file management and document preparation
- Reviewing and providing advice on various Contracts
- Ad hoc duties as required
About You:
The ideal applicant will have a strong attention to detail, be highly organised, and work well under pressure with the ability to work autonomously. You will also further possess:
- 3rd year law student or graduating end of 2026 with a minimum Distinction average and excellent results in Contract Law
- Ability to demonstrate participation in extra-curriculum activities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Prior experience as a paralegal is highly desired but not essential
- Ability to work 2 days per week (Tuesday / Friday, with option to work from home on Friday)
A rewarding career:
Our people are our greatest asset and the biggest competitive advantage we have. How we attract, engage, and retain talent is by delivering a great place to work.
Our aspiration is to provide an engaging and diverse work environment that is underpinned by a culture of opportunity, growth, excellence, flexibility, and sense of belonging.
How we deliver value to our people:
- Strong culture and engagement
- Ongoing focus on safety, health, and wellbeing
- Embedding our purpose and values
- Flexibility that works for you and the business
- Feedback matters
- Education and training programs
- Community support and engagement
- People leadership support and programs
- Annual leave salary sacrificing options
- Staff rewards and incentives
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at APP, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.
