Permanent full-time
AS02 Salary range $65,715 - $72,190 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Full PBI salary packaging available
Why Legal Aid?
Working at Legal Aid ACT is an opportunity to do challenging but rewarding work and make a meaningful contribution to the circumstances of disadvantaged and vulnerable clients and communities in the ACT.
As a Paralegal in the Criminal Practice, you will be providing operational, administrative and procedural support for our lawyers.
This position is a great opportunity to develop your knowledge and confidence in areas of law, and offers variety, challenge and career progression.
If you are
- Someone who thrives in an environment that throws a few curves balls
- Someone who has a “can do” positive attitude towards life and people
- Someone who has technical and digital literacy
- Someone who is confident and has a mature outlook
- Someone who is well-presented and articulate
- Someone who can remain calm during busy times and with deadlines nearing
- Someone who learns fast and remembers for next time
- Someone who is self-motivated and shows initiative
- Someone with excellent work ethics
- Someone with excellent attention to detail
Applicants must have Australian work rights and a current WwVP clearance. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, and an offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
These positions will be required to work at our office location, due to the in-person nature of our legal work.
Then we want to hear from you - apply now!
Applications should include a current resume and cover letter.
Further information is available from the Position Description or by contacting People & Culture on 02 6243 3411
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 20 October 2025
PARALEGAL
The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country. Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter (max 2 pages) and a current CV.
You must have rights to live and work in this country. Commencement will be contingent on a verified Police clearance or current Working with Vulnerable People (WwVP) clearance.
Further information is available from the Position Description or by contacting People & Culture on 6243 3411.