MidFull TimeEN
About Dentons
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm. We’re 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.
Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.
Casual Legal Administration Role – Ideal for Law Students
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a law student to join our Sydney office as part of our National Float/Rotations Team. This flexible role is perfect for students who want to build hands-on experience in a law firm while balancing study and other commitments.
You’ll have the chance to work across a range of practice groups, providing high-quality administrative support and gaining valuable exposure to different areas of law.
About the Role
This role is designed with flexibility in mind, typically offering 2–3 days per week onsite. As part of our national support team, you’ll receive structured training and develop practical skills that are essential for a future legal career.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will assist with a variety of legal administrative and secretarial tasks, including:
• Preparing and collating legal documents, including hyperlinked indexes
• Editing, formatting, and finalising documents
• Saving and profiling documents in our document management system
• General document handling: scanning, filing, printing, and photocopying
• Opening and closing client files
• Conducting InfoTrack searches and assisting with court lodgements
• Attending/assisting with property settlements
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail
• Supporting billing, expenses, and other general finance tasks.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Confident using Outlook and Microsoft Office.
Why Dentons
Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.
We offer:
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.
Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at recruitment.au@dentons.com. Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.
Agency Submissions
Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.
