Job Description

The Opportunity n

At Shine Lawyers, we pride ourselves on working tirelessly to pave the way in securing justice for those in our community. And as a participant in our 2027 Graduate Program within one of our Victorian teams, you’ll gain valuable, hands‑on experience, which will prepare you for a fulfilling career as a Solicitor, where you’ll continue to seek justice for those who have been wronged.

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The program, which commences on 22 February 2027, is a permanent, full‑time opportunity for those who have completed their law degree, and are excited to take the next step in their legal career.

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With compassion, connection and purpose, you’ll be a true champion of our clients by:

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- Working under the guidance of a senior practitioner to gain experience within the legal practice, by assisting in representing their clients, and providing accurate legal advice.
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- Developing a proficient ability to effectively assess claims, including liability and quantum.
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- Cultivating strong relationships with our clients and peers through exceptional communication.
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- Preparing legal documentation with a high degree of detail, and assist with running a file load with a keen level of commercial and fiscal awareness.
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What you’ll bring n

To thrive in this role, you’ll:

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- Have completed your law degree prior to the program commencing in February 2027.
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- Have a passion for social justice and a thirst for knowledge in the plaintiff law space.
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- Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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- Be dedicated to delivering exceptional client service, with an emphasis on helping people when they need it most.
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- Be able to effectively manage multiple competing deadlines, within a rapid‑paced environment.
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- Demonstrate a genuine interest in Shine’s areas of practice.
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- Bring diversity of experience, and evidence of extra‑curricular activities aligned with Shine’s work, such as volunteering or community work.
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- Be an active member of relevant association/s will be favourably considered, as will paid and non‑paid work experience in the legal field.
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Shine Lawyers: A place for you. It means more here. n

At Shine, purpose really matters.

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- It’s our clients, who summon the courage to stand up to injustice.
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- It’s the communities we are part of and support every day.
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- It’s our team, who champion what’s right and make this place what it is.
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We’re an ASX-listed organisation, and we've been standing up for the rights of everyday Australians for more than 50 years. We’ve achieved a lot, but you’ll find no airs and graces here. We’re humble yet relentless. We don’t pretend to be anything other than ourselves. And together, we’ve created a place for you to thrive.

Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us: n

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- Connect and be you: Get the flexibility and perks you need, and work alongside truly authentic people who care so much - about the clients, Shine and you.
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- Challenge and be challenged: We’re not here for “easy”. We want you to take your place at Shine and make a real impact. Question and challenge - that’s how we grow.
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- Achieve and grow: Start your Shine journey with our in-house learning programs, where you’ll find immediate connection and be set up for success. You will be provided real opportunities to step up and grow - within your role and beyond.
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Visit careers/life-shine to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people.

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We are committed to making Shine Lawyers a place for you by encouraging and supporting our people to bring their authentic selves to the workplace, and as a result, we know you’ll put your best self forward while righting wrong for our clients. We’re passionate about maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment here at Shine that celebrates all of our differences with age, disability, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation, to name a few, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. You bring you.

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📌 Graduate Law Clerk or Solicitor (Melbourne)
🏢 Shine Lawyers
📍 Melbourne