About the job

_Shaping the future of real estate for a better world _

_At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working. _

_We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. _

_JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat. _

**What this opportunity involves: **

Are you an experienced paralegal looking to take the next step in your career? We're seeking a talented Senior Paralegal to join our team at JLL working with our client Australia Post!

As a Senior Paralegal, you'll manage and enable a team while working collaboratively with the National Portfolio Manager, Paralegal, Leasing, Lease Administration and Property Management Teams, client stakeholders, and external legal providers. Your primary focus will be coordinating the negotiation and execution of lease documents for our national ATM and branch network.

**An overview of the role: **

• Manage and support a team of two Paralegals, ensuring compliance with processes and timely turnaround of lease documentation
• Monitor, manage, and assist in delivering overall service provided by direct reports
• Oversee high-risk and critical project instructions, handling those requiring senior involvement
• Certify documents for client execution, confirming accuracy and compliance with policies
• Screen and manage escalations from direct reports, providing clear summaries and recommendations
• Assist with reporting, analysis, and attend meetings as required
• Manage HR considerations for direct reports, including performance management and leave management
• Build relationships with major landlord contacts and facilitate negotiations of national landlord/ANZ precedent lease documents
• Support a culture of innovation and implement process improvements
• Assist the National Portfolio Manager with tasks and reporting as needed

**Sound like you? This is what we’re looking for: **

• Legal or property qualifications and/or experience within a firm or retail 'landlord/tenant' organisation
• Demonstrated understanding of leases or contracts, ideally gained in the property or legal industry
• Proven managerial experience of at least two years
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate data
• Excellent interpersonal and management skills
• Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting contracts and leases
• Ability to work efficiently under tight operational and financial deadlines
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace and manage change
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

**What you can expect from us: **

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.