Allens
Allens 2019 Paralegal Role - Sydney
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job
- Apply by 13 May 2019
Allens is looking for talented students to join our Sydney Paralegal team, where you will:
- learn more about the work we do, and have the opportunity to work across a wide range of our practice groups;
- meet and work closely with our partners and lawyers;
- get practical experience working in one of Australia’s top commercial law firms; and
- gain a diverse range of skills.
Successful candidates are expected to commence work in July 2019. A minimum commitment of two working days per week is required.
Who can apply?
LLB III or equivalent students are eligible to apply.
How to apply:
Submit your application by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button below.
All applications must be completed by 5pm Monday, 13 May 2019.
We will send you an update with an application outcome by no later than Friday, 31 May 2019.
Any questions?
You can contact the Sydney Head Paralegal at sydney.headparalegal@allens.com.au
About the employer
Allens
4.8
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Law
Allens is a market leading commercial law firm, focused on supporting our clients to solve their most complex legal problems.
Pros and cons of working at Allens
Pros
The continued focus on education and development.
Extremely good training; working with leading lawyers who are committed to your development. Friendly, very inclusive culture. Working on high profile and complex matters
The people, the training, the support initiatives, the development programs such as Allens accelerate. I mostly proud of Allens LGBT initiatives as well as support for indigenous reconciliation plans and pro bono activities.
Supportive and friendly work environment, exceptional training and challenging work.
Excellent resources and support, working with other highly engaged people, working for great clients on interesting matters
Cons
The hours required to sometimes work.
The internal pressure to perform and working long hours.
The hours can be brutal.
Expensive to park in the city
As with all elite law firms, there can be high pressure and long hours, but the work environment helps with that.