An opportunity for an enthusiastic and diligent Paralegal has become available to join our Redress Support Services (RSS) team. This is an opportunity for the right candidate to be part of a reputable organisation with fantastic career progression and professional development prospects. Part time hours/ 4 days a week, attractive remuneration package and access to salary packaging. 

About knowmore

knowmore is a nation-wide independent community legal centre providing free legal information, advice, representation and referrals, education and systemic advocacy for victims and survivors of child abuse.

knowmore uses a multidisciplinary model bringing together lawyers, intake officers, social workers and counsellors, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement advisors and financial counsellors to provide trauma-informed, client-centred and culturally safe legal assistance to clients. Services are provided through a national phone line and face-to-face services in key locations, supported by a comprehensive program of outreach and community engagement across Australia. 

About the Role

This role will provide full paralegal and administrative support to the Legal Team in assisting clients who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse. This role may have direct service delivery responsibilities, therefor it is expected that the person in this role will have a general understanding of the work at knowmore and of the needs of knowmore’s clients and act appropriately.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Managing Lawyer - RSS, provide paralegal assistance to the legal team, including but not limited to:

• Assisting lawyers - RSS with the day-to-day management of client files including the recording of information into the database;
• Assisting with drafting of correspondence and documents;
• Undertaking legal and other required research;
• Coordinating record requests and related enquires;
• Collating records for compensation referrals;
• Analysing client records to assist with statement preparation;
• Liaising with knowmore panel lawyers in relation to arrangements for compensation referrals;
• Liaising with other external service providers in relation to client matters;
• Assisting clients with enquires and coordinating both internal and external appointments;
• Assisting with drafting and revision of community legal education materials.
• Perform routine and general office and administration duties in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Undertake other duties and projects as directed.

Selection Criteria

• Maintain a flexible collegial and professional approach to working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain ability to work independently and also contribute positively as a part of a team.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all activities but especially in record keeping, data entry and filing.
• Maintain high standards of discretion and show ability to handle difficult situations with tact and sensitivity and when appropriate refer to a more appropriate colleague.
• Work creatively to develop or adapt systems to increase efficient working.

Location & Hours

• The role is based in Perth
• Part-time hours (4 days)
• Ongoing contract – subject to the funding of the knowmore service.

Benefits

A competitive salary commensurate with the not for profit sector is offered together with the availability of salary packaging to achieve a tax effective total salary package.  In addition to being a flexible workplace, knowmore offers 10.5% superannuation (0.5% above the SGC), a 37.5 hour working week and 4 weeks annual leave, including annual leave loading.

Employees have access to a training and development opportunities as well as our Employee Assistance Program.

Additionally, knowmore offers the ability to partially work from home to facilitate a balanced work life.

How to apply

Further Information about knowmore is available at www.knowmore.org.au.

If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested, please click "Apply Now".

There is a close date for applications but the Interviews may be conducted as applications are received.

knowmore legal service is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applications from workers of all ages, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. 

Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by knowmore. We do not require extra assistance at this time