BDO Australia
2021 Graduate Immigration Lawyer (Start ASAP)
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- 1-2 vacancies
- Apply by 25 Jun 2021
- Start date ASAP
About BDO
BDO Migration Services is an incorporated immigration legal practice, which specialises in all aspects of Australian immigration and nationality law for corporate and private clients. The team has a particular focus on employer sponsored temporary and permanent residency visas and business migration. As part of the BDO global network, BDO Migration Services offers market-leading expertise, working with local and global corporations providing international mobility solutions.
Our values are at the core of who we are and how we work with each other and with our clients. These values are the foundation of what we deliver, IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done.
We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer for 2019-2020 by Diversity Council Australia (DCA) and to be ranked in the 2021 Top Graduate Employer lists by AAGE, GradAustralia and GradConnection. Our graduates are extremely important to us, as we recognise their potential to become our firm's future leaders.
Current Opportunity
BDO Migration Services are looking for a recent law graduate to join their growing team. As a key player in the Migration Services team you will provide legal and administration support to the Principal and other legal professionals. You will work closely with industry professionals whilst enjoying a supportive firm culture.
What you'll need to succeed
- Recently completed Law degree
- Experience working in immigration law or a true interest in the field
- Display solid academic achievement
- Have strong analytical, critical thinking and organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven time management and resilience
- Ability to work independently and as part of a high achieving team
- Word processing at 75+ words per minute
- Are aligned to BDO values
- Are an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident at time of application
Duties and Responsibilities:
Your duties will include:
- Assist with preparation and submission of Visa applications
- Assist Solicitors with drafting professional and accurate legal documents
- Assist Solicitors in drafting correspondence and advices
- Prepare draft correspondence and memoranda
- Legal research, including as to legal, policy and evidential requirements
- Support Solicitors in carriage of matters
- Administrative duties such as scanning and uploading documents
What happens after you apply?
- You will receive an email confirming our receipt of your application.
- Each application is reviewed individually by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team.
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete an interview and case study
- All applicants will be updated throughout the process as to the progress of their application.
- Applications close Friday, 25 June at 04:59 PM (AEST)
Should you have any further enquiries about starting your career with BDO please email us at recruitment.australia@bdo.com.au
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Reviews
I am given a fair amount of responsibility, and plenty of support to learn.
Checking emails, liaising with clients to receive information on their R&D activities, writing/drafting activities according to AusIndustry guidelines/ITAA legislation. Calculating financial incentives and meeting with clients.
Admin tasks including note taking, setting up meeting and powerpoint/word templates, writing and research tasks
About the employer
BDO Australia
4.1
> 100,000 employees
Accounting & Advisory
At BDO we are passionate about creating opportunities for individuals to flourish early in their career with an array of career paths available.
Pros and cons of working at BDO Australia
Pros
The culture in and out of the office is great.
My colleagues are always willing to get out of their way to help me.
Great opportunity to learn. People are nice and not getting annoyed when I ask questions.
Never any pressure to stay late.
The training is great, I have learned a lot in my time here.
Cons
Pay is relatively low, however this is industry-wide.
The graduate program doesn't rotate us through all the service lines.
Some managers are great and give constructive feedback. Others do not provide you with proper instructions.
Dishwashers are small... toilets are not flushed... desk are most of the time dirty.
Could include more women, however this is the industry.