Location: Burwood, Sydney NSW
Employment Type: Practical Legal Training Placement (Full-time or Part-time)
Join STC Lawyers & Associates
STC Lawyers & Associates is a specialist Australian immigration law firm based in Burwood, Sydney. We provide strategic legal advice across a wide range of Australian immigration matters, including employer-sponsored visas, skilled migration, business and investment visas, partner visas, administrative review matters, and citizenship applications.
With more than 1,000 successful matters, our team is committed to delivering practical, high-quality legal services while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Practical Legal Training (PLT) student to join our growing team and gain valuable hands-on experience in Australian migration law.
About the Role
This placement offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced lawyers and registered migration agents, gaining practical exposure to a broad range of migration matters while developing the professional skills required for admission.
You will be involved in real client matters and receive mentoring throughout your placement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist lawyers with the preparation and lodgement of visa applications.
- Conduct legal and policy research.
- Draft legal correspondence, submissions and supporting documents.
- Assist with reviewing client documents and evidence.
- Prepare file notes and maintain client records.
- Attend client meetings and consultations where appropriate.
- Liaise with clients regarding document requests and case updates.
- Assist with administrative tasks and file management.
- Support the legal team with other duties as required.
About You
To be successful, you should:
- Be currently enrolled in an approved Practical Legal Training (PLT) program.
- Have completed, or be close to completing, your Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor.
- Have a genuine interest in Australian immigration and administrative law.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Be able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Work well both independently and within a team.
- Have a professional and client-focused approach.
Desirable:
- Ability to speak Mandarin and/or Cantonese.
- Previous experience in a legal office or customer service environment.
What We Offer
- Practical legal experience in a specialist area of law.
- Mentoring from experienced immigration lawyers.
- Exposure to a wide variety of migration matters.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity for ongoing employment upon successful completion of PLT, subject to performance and business needs.
If you are eager to build your legal career and gain meaningful practical experience in a dynamic and growing law firm, we would love to hear from you.
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently enrolled in an approved Practical Legal Training (PLT) program?
- Have you completed your Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Australia?
- What is your expected PLT placement commencement date?
- Are you proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)?
Language:
- Mandarin (Required)
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
