About the role

Our Sydney office currently has a Casual Paralegal opportunity for a highly motivated law student to join the Insurance practice led by Partner Luke O'Kane.

From assisting with the day-to-day operations of files and the practice, research, drafting, and project specific tasks, right through to business development initiatives, these roles are exciting and varied, giving you exposure to first rate matters and global clients.

You will have the opportunity to work on projects both in Australia and those that have international aspects, given our close working relationships with our global network of 70+ offices.

Types of responsibilities and exposure

- Analysing and classifying large volumes of material (digital and hard copy) and producing accurate and detailed summary descriptions with the use of document review tools
- Attending to digital filing, maintaining accurate database records
- Carry out case-handling work delegated by Partners and Associates
- Working on client and matter queries
- Attending to court filing
- Attend to research tasks and preparing notes on findings
- Assist with the creation & maintenance of bundles/bibles/pleadings or arbitration files, client documents etc.
- Assist in developing business development and marketing materials
- Daily reporting and administration.

About you

- Strong academic credentials with a record of academic achievement,
- Switched on, self-driven, with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Solid attention to detail, time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Excellent ability to follow processes to ensure desired outcome is achieved.
- A passion or interest in building a career within a global law firm environment.
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners,



2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly.

We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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📌 Casual Paralegal - Insurance Liability (Sydney)
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