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About Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate, and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates, and entertains Australian communities.

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Your role

Working with senior lawyers, you will provide basic administrative assistance to the ABC legal team as well as:

• Assist ABC lawyers with legal research, litigation and admin support as required
• Assist with the development of training and reference materials
• Assist with answering the main phone line, and connect calls from ABC's external and internal clients with appropriate departments and personnel quickly and efficiently

You will also be given opportunities to learn from experienced lawyers who perform a range of tasks in the media law and entertainment fields.

Training & development

With the unrelenting pace of change in the industry combined with the increasing capabilities of new technologies, ABC is constantly looking at ways to develop its people and keep their skills current. Below are the programs the ABC offer:

• Training & Development Programs
• Leadership Programs
• Scholarship programs
• Study Assistance
• Read more.

Salary & benefits

Paralegal roles may earn an average of A$61,000 to A$67,000 PA (pro rata) + choice of 15.4% super.

ABC offers flexible salary packaging arrangements through an external provider allowing you to effectively salary sacrifice to suit your individual financial requirements. Options available include superannuation benefits, cars, childcare, and laptops. Read more.

Career progression

ABC’s performance management system has been designed to foster high performance, creativity, initiative, and leadership. It allows flexibility in the planning of work and the development of skills to meet the needs of the future. Employees benefit through active participation in the process, feedback on performance, recognition, and reward for their efforts, and improved development and career opportunities. Read more.

Work life balance

ABC has a range of flexible policies and practices designed to help people balance their work and personal lives. Access to these types of arrangements will depend on your circumstances, including work requirements, and require the agreement of your manager. This includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Part-time hours
• Job Share
• Working from home
• Read more.

Culture & vibe

As the national broadcaster, the ABC has a responsibility to reach all Australians and to reflect the rich diversity and perspectives of Australia’s many communities, from Indigenous Australians to new and emerging communities. The ABC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected for their contribution. Read more.

About you

Here's what ABC is looking for in this role:

• Curious and driven with a keen interest in the media
• Enrolled in 4th year of an undergraduate law degree or 2nd year of a Juris Doctor/Graduate Law program, or beyond, preferably completed or enrolled to study evidence, civil litigation, media law and intellectual property law
• Good clerical, basic drafting, researching and proofreading skills
• Sound oral and written communication skills

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly to ABC Australia.