Careers

• Broaden your experience with a rapidly growing
• A true meritocracy model - be promoted by your contribution and not held back by outdated structures
• Flexible 4:1 work arrangements

About us

HWLE is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every state and territory across Australia. Firm wide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people.

The opportunity

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Property Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with Partners Martin Downing and Melissa Hore and their team. You will gain hands on exposure to high quality Property transactions for sophisticated clients, using enhanced IT platforms and systems.

This position offers the opportunity to see the tangible outcomes of your work across a diverse range of retail, commercial and mixed use assets. You'll be an integral part of a close knit team that values reliability, attention to detail and a strong willingness to contribute to shared outcomes, often within tight timeframes.

You'll be busy with

• assisting with portfolio leasing matters, including document preparation, amendments, execution and registration
• supporting conveyancing transactions from inception to completion
• liaising with clients, agents and counterparties
• file management and use of practice management systems
• providing general property law support to the team as required

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have

• previous experience as a property paralegal or legal assistant must include leasing
• strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• proficient in PEXA
• clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• ability to manage multiple matters concurrently and meet deadlines
• a proactive, reliable and team‑focused approach

What we offer

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement compared to our competitors. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
• Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community. Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art office environment with access to modern end of trip facilities.
• Great culture and a huge networking platform: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture. We also have sports clubs, social club and monthly firmwide drinks.
• Impact: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWLE also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWLE strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Laura Harrison for a confidential discussion.