Casual Practice Support Clerk (Real Estate)

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

The Role

We are recruiting for a highly motivated and enthusiastic law student, eager to gain experience in a commercial law firm.

Working in this dynamic role, you will collaborate closely with our team of Practice Support Lawyers to provide critical support to the firm’s Real Estate Group. You will be instrumental in ensuring that the documentation, processes and practices of the Real Estate Group consistently adhere to compliance requirements and deliver efficiencies.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of legal project management initiatives, as well as business and legal process improvements and innovation programs.

This position is a casual role, offering two days of work per week.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with drafting documents, precedents and templates to be used for the firm’s Real Estate Group including Contracts of Sale, Special Conditions, Lease Agreements and Seller Disclosure Statements;


• Updating and testing existing documents, precedents and templates to ensure accuracy and compliance with recent changes to the Property Law Act;


• Assisting with identifying, designing and implementing process improvement and workflow solutions;


• Liaising with specialist lawyers in the team where necessary to obtain their input; and


• Analysing and assessing legal changes affecting precedents or practice.

Experience

As the successful candidate, you will be a committed law student, either in your second or third year of study. You will a demonstrate a keen interest in automation, technology, process improvement and efficiency, with a desire to develop your skills in this space. Completing an additional degree in one of these areas will place you in high regard.

Additionally, you will bring a sharp problem-solving mindset, exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading skills.

Furthermore, you will excel in building and nurturing strong working relationships, both within your immediate team and the wider legal teams you will support.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity Committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;


• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;


• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;


• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and


• In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

As a leader in diversity and inclusion we are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

We have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year in 2024, and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.