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Corporate Paralegal

Category Support Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2101262 Posted Date 02/20/2025
Job available in 2 locations
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Adelaide, South Australia
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Corporate Paralegal

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world. 

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.   

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects. 

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers. 

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. 

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR. 

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force. 

 
Learn more about our business here. 

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Corporate Paralegal who would be capable in performing the following:

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for reviewing, tracking, and monitoring legislation that impacts the company’s products and/or processes.
  • Updating leadership with timely analysis and summaries of new legislation/regulations affecting the business.
  • Assists in implementing changes to contracts to comply with legislation/regulations.
  • Management of our real estate matters – reviewing leases and preparing Deeds of Make Good
  • Supporting the review of software licences agreement
  • Responsible for review of client NDAs and providing advice to the business in relation to the key obligations
  • Providing a first review of our low value tender opportunities
  • Responsible for support related to litigation, mediation, arbitration, and responses to complaints.
  • Assisting our company secretary with all company filings and maintaining company licensing.
  • Assisting with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and export controls.
  • Liaising with the KBR’s external legal advisors and other stakeholders as required and as well as other KBR staff internationally.
  • Collaborating with the legal team on operational matters and participate in key industry initiatives.

Experience & Skills

  • A paralegal with at least 4 years’ experience in private practice or in-house.  Preference given to paralegals with a certificate or diploma in Paralegal Studies.
  • Legal knowledge: A strong grasp of legal terminology and rules of legal procedure are essential
  • Organisational skills: You’ll often be managing multiple tasks, so being highly organised is crucial.
  • Communication skills: You'll interact with internal business clients, other lawyers within the team and external lawyers.  Being articulate and clear in your communication is vital.
  • Company secretary: you will assist with our company secretary with all company filings, preparing documentation and ensuring compliance so knowledge of this is advantageous.
  • An ability to work autonomously and also work alongside and support experienced senior lawyers
  • Must be a team player
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Additional Requirements

  • Background Check required
  • Must be an Australian Citizen
  • Able to obtain an AGSVA Security Clearance if required

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now! 

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. 

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online. 

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