Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams.
They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney *********** Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core.
You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city.
Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships.
Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About The Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join the City of Sydney's Legal Services team.
Working alongside experienced lawyers and legal support professionals, you'll provide legal and matter management support across a diverse range of property, commercial, litigation and local government matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their legal career while gaining exposure to meaningful work that supports one of Australia's leading local government organisations.
In This Role You Will
assist with the preparation of legal documentation, contracts, property transactions and litigation mattersprepare and manage property dealings and registrations through PEXAsupport court filings and land title registration processesundertake legal research and matter management under legal supervisionmaintain legal precedents, templates and knowledge resourcesliaise with internal stakeholders, external law firms, developers and government agenciescontribute to process improvements and the use of emerging technologies within Legal Services.
What You'll Bring
qualifications in law,



legal studies, conveyancing, legal administration or a related disciplinedemonstrated experience providing paralegal servicesexperience with property transactions and PEXA processesstrong organisational skills and attention to detailproficiency in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with systems such as TRIMthe ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a teama proactive approach and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
This role will allow you to build your legal career by gaining hands‐on experience across a diverse range of legal matters while working with experienced professionals in a supportive team environment.
This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, 22nd September ****
For more information, contact the Recruitment team at
What We Can Offer You
You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significanceCollaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office,



with many public transport options.Leadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling
Supporting families
We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive familiesPaid and unpaid adoption and long‐term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart‐time and job‐sharing options availableSupportive return‐to‐work setting
Inclusive culture
Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplace
Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities.
We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two‐thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.
We're a disability confident recruiter.
If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at or .
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📌 Paralegal (Sydney)
🏢 City of Sydney
📍 Sydney