Join one of Australia’s Largest Leading Early Education Providers!  

At G8 Education, we’re on a mission to shape the future! With 400+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 10,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 42,000 children every day.  

Our purpose is to create the foundations for learning, for life. This vision comes alive through our exceptional educators and teachers, guided by strong leadership teams.

As an ASX listed growth company, we’re committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.  

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a Paralegal who will be responsible for providing quality and timely administrative and paralegal assistance and support to the Legal and Insurance Team, with a focus on maintaining excellent corporate records and governance, supporting the business to manage risk and helping the business to achieve its strategic goals in a timely manner.

This role would be an excellent opportunity for someone currently studying law or recently completing their studies and looking to gain practical experience in the legal field. It’s an ideal position for individuals eager to develop their skills in a professional environment while supporting our team with day-to-day legal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the DOA approvals and contract execution process for all contracts.
• Support with creating Coupa Marketplace requisitions and managing other supplier and invoice processing activities and manage expenses for Deputy General Counsel or Chief Legal, Quality and Risk Officer.
• Manage registers for trademarks, business names, bank guarantees, Rights of Entry and other registers owned by the Legal and Insurance team.
• Manage with Right of Entry, Mortgage over Lease and Bank Guarantee processes for leased properties.
• Support coordination of responses to subpoenas with the Regulatory Support team and other relevant teams as might be required.
• Liaise with Legal suppliers as necessary and support problem solving as required.
• Support the lawyers in the team with drafting, preparing documents, maintaining precedents, research, etc
• Undertake other administrative or paralegal tasks, including LQR event management, as may be required.

About You 

• 1-2 years' experience in a busy in-house legal team or similar environment 
• Ability to priortise multiple stakeholders and successfully complete multiple tasks at the same time. 
• Ability to work independently, while being a team player, be proactive with an excellent work ethic and time management skills. 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the business. 
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality 
• Exceptional written and oral skills and excellent attention to detail. 
• Hold a valid working with children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement.

Benefits at G8

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working conditions with 3 days in office and 2 from home.
• You have the option to choose out of our two state-of-the-art support offices. Located Brisbane CBD and Central Gold Coast.
• Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company 
• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre. 
• Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more!

Find out more here: G8 Education

Our Recruitment Process

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. 

Our recruitment process involves several checks including, the possibility of psychometric testing which will be discussed during the initial stage of the recruitment process.  

We also may require a police check along with verification of qualifications and right-to-work status. 

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible.