Job Description
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Hickory is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Administrator to join our dynamic legal team. This part time role (2-3 days per week) offers the chance to transition into a full-time maternity leave cover in ****. You'll work closely with the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel, with some support to our Commercial Manager, and will play a pivotal role in supporting legal operations across the business.
WHAT HICKORY CAN OFFER n
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Novated Leases: Take advantage of novated leasing options to maximize your salary and enjoy tax savings on vehicle expenses.
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Employee Wellbeing: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for valuable support and resources.
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Wellness & Fitness Amenities: Enjoy access to wellness and fitness facilities, including a yoga studio and gym, to promote a healthy lifestyle.
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Premium End-of-Trip Facilities: Benefit from premium end-of-trip amenities such as lockers, secure bike storage, towel and dry-cleaning service, and top-notch shower and change facilities.
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Modern Office Environment: Immerse yourself in a unique working environment within a state-of-the-art office building.
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CBD Convenience: Our location in the CBD offers easy access to public transport and is just a short walk away from Southern Cross Station, Southbank, South Melbourne Market, Albert Park, and more.
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RESPONSIBILITIES n
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Manage the legal inbox, triage requests, and allocate matters with relevant context.
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Maintain document integrity by saving emails and attachments in our document management system (M-Files) with accurate metadata.
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Oversee the contract library and ensure compliance tracking.
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Conduct preliminary contract reviews and prepare documents for execution.
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Coordinate legal briefs and manage court filing deadlines.
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Assist with trial preparation and litigation support.
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Ensure building licences are obtained and up to date.
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Support annual policy reviews and manage ASIC-related tasks.
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Maintain registers for contracts, licenses, policies, and claims.
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Assist with performance security processes and insurance renewals.
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Manage insurance claims.
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Distribute insurance certificates and coordinate project documentation.
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Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and prepare agendas/minutes.
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Support legal training sessions and due diligence activities.
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Provide general administrative support to the legal team.
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TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE n
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Proven experience as a paralegal or legal administrator, ideally in construction or property development.
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Strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lawyers with professionalism.
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Experience in contract administration and document management systems (e.g., MFiles).
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Tech-savvy with exposure to legal tech and e-discovery tools.
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Excellent calendar and meeting coordination skills.
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A proactive problem-solver with strong attention to detail and initiative.
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Submit your CV today. Due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted - thank you for your understanding.
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Entry level
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Part-time
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Legal
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Construction
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