Paralegal Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed six days ago

Legal Administrator

at MAYDAY Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$45–$50 per hour + super

6–8 week assignment with flexible hybrid working setup
Join a fast-paced legal team in a varied support position
Hybrid CBD role | Immediate start | Competitive hourly rate

6–8 week assignment with flexible hybrid working setup
Join a fast-paced legal team in a varied support position
Hybrid CBD role | Immediate start | Competitive hourly rate

CBD Location | Hybrid Working | 6–8 Week Assignment | $45–$50 per hour + super

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Paralegal

at MDA National

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Hybrid Working Options
Modern Office Close To Public Transport Options

Hybrid Working Options
Modern Office Close To Public Transport Options

Be part of our in house legal team covering maternity leave for a 12 month period

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Client Support Paralegal

at Maurice Blackburn

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Benefit from our focus on flexibility, health and wellbeing
Your impact is seen, valued and rewarded

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Benefit from our focus on flexibility, health and wellbeing
Your impact is seen, valued and rewarded

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Client Support Paralegal to join our Medical Negligence Team in our Sydney CBD office.

subClassification: Personal Injury LawPersonal Injury Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Client Support Paralegal

at Maurice Blackburn

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Benefit from our focus on flexibility, health and wellbeing
Your impact is seen, valued and rewarded

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Benefit from our focus on flexibility, health and wellbeing
Your impact is seen, valued and rewarded

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Client Support Paralegal to join our Medical Negligence Team in our Brisbane CBD office. This is a

subClassification: Personal Injury LawPersonal Injury Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Temporary Legal Assistant

at MJD Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$35 + super - $45 + Super (DOE)

Competitive hourly rate, $35 + super - $45 + Super
Ongoing assignments - up to 6 month contract
Work in the heart of the CBD

Competitive hourly rate, $35 + super - $45 + Super
Ongoing assignments - up to 6 month contract
Work in the heart of the CBD

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Join some of Sydney's most highly regarded law firms today! WHV Welcome

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Registry Paralegal

at Law In Order P/L

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Great opportunity to be a part of high performing team on a truly important project.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Legal(Legal)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Paralegal 12 Month Contract Hybrid

at GOW Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12-month Paralegal role supporting dynamic legal team; gain exposure to regulatory matters, contracts, and high-level legal operations in Sydney.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

26d ago

Listed eight days ago

Paralegal | Statutory Body - Government | 6 months

at LOD (Lawyers On Demand)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Join LOD & be part of an innovative & forward thinking legal service business
Gain legal experience within a Government environment
Develop new skills working on a large legal matter -great experience for your CV

Join LOD & be part of an innovative & forward thinking legal service business
Gain legal experience within a Government environment
Develop new skills working on a large legal matter -great experience for your CV

New opportunity for a paralegal to work with an Independent Statutory Body, assisting with regulatory, compliance and investigatory matters.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

8d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Legal Administrator

at Hays | Office Support

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$38

Exciting Government Opportunity
Hybrid Work Arrangement
Temporary Legal Admin Role

Exciting Government Opportunity
Hybrid Work Arrangement
Temporary Legal Admin Role

Legal Admin Opportunity

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

26d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Expressions of interest — join our 2026 Law Clerk Talent Community

at Cowell Clarke

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Competitive hrly rate+excellent training+mentoring

National law firm. Gain hands-on experience working with experienced lawyers
Opportunity to be involved in legal research, drafting and supporting lawyers
Seeking ambitious law students in their second (or later) year of study

National law firm. Gain hands-on experience working with experienced lawyers
Opportunity to be involved in legal research, drafting and supporting lawyers
Seeking ambitious law students in their second (or later) year of study

Looking for a Law Clerk role? Register your interest to be considered for opportunities at Cowell Clarke as they arise throughout the year.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

23d ago

Listed two days ago

Legal Assistant - Family Law

at Justice Network

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Southport, Gold Coast QLD

We are looking for a self motivated, well organised experience team member with good people skills, excellent rapport with clients and stakeholders

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Legal Assistant

at Hays | Office Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$43-48 plus super

2 month temporary assignment
CBD Location
Chance to become permanent

2 month temporary assignment
CBD Location
Chance to become permanent

2 month Legal Assistant role in the CBD for a top tier law firm.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

9d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Legal Assistant

at Devonish, Harris & Henderson

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Temporary 6 month Legal Assistant role at a well respected Adelaide boutique law firm

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed nine days ago

Legal Assistant, Compensation Law (12-month FTC)

at Lander & Rogers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Award winning Australian private practice
A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
Flexibility to balance working from home and the office

Award winning Australian private practice
A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
Flexibility to balance working from home and the office

Play a key role in providing legal administrative services and support within our Compensation Law practice

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Paralegals Wanted | 3 Month Fixed Term Contract + Opportunity to extend!

at ifindtalent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Competitive Rate!!

3 Month Fixed Term Contract + Opportunity to extend!
Sydney CBD Location!
Nationally recognised law firm making a real difference!

3 Month Fixed Term Contract + Opportunity to extend!
Sydney CBD Location!
Nationally recognised law firm making a real difference!

Kickstart your legal career with a national firm! Join as Paralegal, enjoy training, and real career experience. Apply now!

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

20d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Legal Support Officer

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 45 per hour

3‑month Legal Support Officer contract in Perth, delivering admin and litigation support in a fast‑paced legal environment.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

23d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Legal Support Officer - State Government

at Randstad Professionals

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$56 - $63 p.h. + + Super

Perth CBD | Level 4 ($56-$63/hr) | ASAP Start. Experienced Legal Admin/Secretary needed for diary management, court docs, and operational support.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

25d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Legal Officer

at Department of Justice

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.

Temporary flexible full-time
$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.
12.75% superannuation, locality allowance and leave loading

Temporary flexible full-time
$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.
12.75% superannuation, locality allowance and leave loading

Expressions of Interest are called for a Legal Officer in Townsville on a temporary flexible full-time basis.

subClassification: Criminal & Civil LawCriminal & Civil Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

12d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Trainee Legal Assistant

at Maurice Blackburn

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD(Hybrid)

Launch and grow your career at a leading law firm
Grow your career with tailored coaching and development
Be your best self in a safe, supportive environment

Launch and grow your career at a leading law firm
Grow your career with tailored coaching and development
Be your best self in a safe, supportive environment

Entry level position providing reception and legal support to our Cairns legal team. Full-time, 12 month contract.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

19d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

APS3 Legal Support Officer

at face2face Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

APS3

Perth CBD location
Baseline Security Clearance Required
$45 per hour plus super

Perth CBD location
Baseline Security Clearance Required
$45 per hour plus super

Join our client’s team as an APS3 Legal Support Officer in Perth delivering key administrative legal services.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

27d ago

Listed one day ago

TEMP OPPORTUNITIES – MULTIPLE ROLES AVAILABLE

at empire group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Temp roles for experienced Legal Secretaries, Paralegals and legal support staff
Support litigation, insurance and office services with admin and document prep.
Immediate‑start opportunities in fast‑paced Brisbane law firms.

Temp roles for experienced Legal Secretaries, Paralegals and legal support staff
Support litigation, insurance and office services with admin and document prep.
Immediate‑start opportunities in fast‑paced Brisbane law firms.

Hiring skilled Legal Secretaries, Paralegals and legal admins for temp roles in top Brisbane firms.

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

PO3 Legal Officer

at McArthur

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

6-month (Possibility extension)
$65.66per hour + super (38 hours per week, PAYG)
Brisbane City office location

6-month (Possibility extension)
$65.66per hour + super (38 hours per week, PAYG)
Brisbane City office location

Analytical regulatory role assessing complex cases, applying legislation, preparing recommendations, and delivering sound stakeholder advice.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

PO3 Legal/Assessment Officer

at Davidson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$65.00 - $70.00 p.h. + Super

$65.66 per hour + Super
Brisbane CBD Location
Contract through until December with possible extension

$65.66 per hour + Super
Brisbane CBD Location
Contract through until December with possible extension

Apply your legislative expertise to assess complex applications, analyse evidence, & deliver recommendations that influence critical decisions

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Legal Assistant - Litigation

at Legal People

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Support a busy Partner with the smooth running of litigation matters in a thriving CBD firm | 3 month contract

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

24d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Legal Secretary - TEMP OPPORTUNITIES - MULTIPLE ROLES AVAILABLE!

at empire group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Temp legal roles across QLD with immediate starts.
Key duties include document prep, client support, diary management and admin.
Ideal candidates are experienced, detail‑focused & proactive legal professiona

Temp legal roles across QLD with immediate starts.
Key duties include document prep, client support, diary management and admin.
Ideal candidates are experienced, detail‑focused & proactive legal professiona

Temporary legal support roles across QLD offering flexibility, variety, and immediate starts for experienced legal secretaries and admins.

Recruited byTarnya Mangano

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

PO3 Legal/Assessment Officer

at Davidson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$65.66 - $69.21 p.h. + Super

$65.66 - $69.21 per hour + Super (pending experience)
Brisbane CBD Location
Contract through until December with possible extension

$65.66 - $69.21 per hour + Super (pending experience)
Brisbane CBD Location
Contract through until December with possible extension

Apply your legislative expertise to assess complex applications, analyse evidence, & deliver recommendations that influence critical decisions

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Graduate Program 2027 - Brisbane

at Holding Redlich

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Seeking interest from law students eligible to commence PLT in February 2027
Gain exposure to different practice groups with two 6-month rotations
Employer of Choice - Multiple Partners ranked by Best Lawyers

Seeking interest from law students eligible to commence PLT in February 2027
Gain exposure to different practice groups with two 6-month rotations
Employer of Choice - Multiple Partners ranked by Best Lawyers

Build the foundations of your legal career with our 12-month Graduate Program incl paid PLT course fees.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Legal Assistant

at SLF Lawyers

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Role available in beautiful new offices
Be part of an inclusive and collaborative legal team
Flexible work including WFH

Role available in beautiful new offices
Be part of an inclusive and collaborative legal team
Flexible work including WFH

Looking for your next step in legal admin? We are seeking an enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our Queensland team.

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

24d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Clerk/Secretary/Paralegal/Solicitor - Remote - NSW Family Provision Claims

at Private Advertiser

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$40 – $60 per hour

Remote - any location and any hours. Experienced with drafting NSW Family Provision Claim affidavits.

subClassification: Law Clerks & ParalegalsLaw Clerks & Paralegals

classification: Legal(Legal)

23d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Legal Assistant/Office Lead

at Hall Payne Lawyers

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

Genuinely part‑time, school‑friendly hours
A respected national firm with a strong values‑based culture
Autonomy and trust within a supportive regional office

Genuinely part‑time, school‑friendly hours
A respected national firm with a strong values‑based culture
Autonomy and trust within a supportive regional office

Join our Rockhampton office as a Personal Injuries Legal Assistant / Office Lead on a fixed-term contract to March 2027.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

25d ago

Listed eight days ago

Administration Assistant

at Queensland Law Society

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Work in a regulatory environment
Prime Brisbane CBD location at Law Society house
Supportive and inclusive workplace

Work in a regulatory environment
Prime Brisbane CBD location at Law Society house
Supportive and inclusive workplace

Provide accurate admin support to Trust Account Investigations, coordinating reports, correspondence, and systems to ensure compliance.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Legal Counsel (Litigation)

at Hays | Legal

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Temporary - Government Role
Attractive Daily Rate
Hybrid Working

Temporary - Government Role
Attractive Daily Rate
Hybrid Working

Government Temp Role | Attractive Daily Rate | Sydney CBD | Litigation

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

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