Take your legal career to the next level. Gain hands-on experience, work on impactful legal matters and be part of a team that values precision, insight and results.

Current Opportunities

• Open

  Clerkship

  Kickstart your journey with a dynamic firm committed to mentoring, growth, and excellence in the legal profession.
  At WRP Legal, we provide aspiring lawyers with hands-on experience, personalised mentoring, and exposure to a variety of legal fields. Our supportive environment helps clerks build confidence, skills, and lasting connections. Start your career with a firm that values your potential and invests in your future.

  Typical Work Activities:

  • Conduct legal research on regulations, statutes, and case law.
  • Assist in preparing legal documents, including advice and opinions.
  • Analyse and interpret laws to provide accurate and informed guidance to colleagues.
  • Collaborate with senior lawyers on matters, contributing insights and research findings.
  • Review client records and financial statements to identify potential issues or opportunities.
  • Assist in the preparation and submission of returns, including individual, corporate, and estate returns.
  • Attend client meetings and consultations with senior lawyers to gather insight on how to gather relevant information and provide initial legal guidance.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws and regulations that may impact client cases.
  • Support in drafting correspondence, client communications, and legal documents as required.
  • Assist in the preparation of presentations and training sessions related to law topics.

  Key Attributes:

  • Bachelor’s degree in law (graduate or undergraduate), with a strong focus and interest in commercial law, taxation and business generally.
  • A second degree in commerce is preferred, but not mandatory.
  • Excellent research skills and the ability to analyse complex legal issues.
  • Strong understanding and/or interest of tax legislation, regulations, and case law.
  • Familiarity with accounting principles and financial statements.
  • Proficiency in legal research databases and tools.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Ethical and professional conduct, with a commitment to client confidentiality.

  Benefits:

  • Gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced lawyers and partners.
  • Contribute actively to the day-to-day operations of the team.
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities, including workshops and networking events.

   

   

• Open

  Administration and Finance Officer

  As an Administration Officer & Finance Assistant at WRP Legal, you will play an integral role in providing essential administrative and financial support to ensure the efficient operation of our legal practice. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain valuable experience and contribute to the success of our firm.

  Typical Work Activities:

  • Working in LEAP and managing the electronic opening of new matters and maintenance of LEAP cards and data capturing.
  • Filing management.
  • Archive and record management and co-ordinating the removal of archive documents offsite.
  • Arranging document search and retrieval of archived files with offsite service provider.
  • Attending to the scanning and renaming of documents to matters in LEAP accurately and efficiently.
  • Providing general support to legal teams during periods of increased workload or high volume, assisting with tasks such as document preparation, data entry, photocopying, printing and scanning and general file management.
  • Communicating with supervisors and team members to identify areas where additional assistance is needed offering support as required to maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Cleaning the kitchen areas and ensuring that stock has been ordered.
  • General office support, including photocopiers, stationery, kitchen orders, etc
  • Management of general office maintenance
  • Assisting all staff on general office support, including rounds, mail, deliveries, marketing assistance, etc.
  • Answering phone calls, greeting visitors, managing incoming/outgoing mail and assisting with any urgent inquiries or tasks.
  • Attending to clients who arrive during the receptionist’s absence, welcoming them, ushering them into boardrooms, offering refreshments such as tea, coffee, or beverages, and ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the boardrooms.
  • Maintaining a professional and welcoming atmosphere in the reception area.
  • Provide administrative support to the Finance Team for tasks including invoice processing, debtor collections and filing of Trust Account documentation.

  Key Attributes:

  • An approachable, welcoming and professional demeanour.
  • Experience in a administrative role, preferably in a professional services environment would be advantageous, but not essential.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High level administrative skills including excellent verbal and written communication.
  • A hands-on approach and willingness to work as part of a small team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a polite and articulate phone manner.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues at all levels.
  • Organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively.

  Benefits:

  • Highly reputable law firm with an experienced team of lawyers and staff.
  • Excellent salary package (after completion of probation and annual reviews).
  • Modern workspaces with natural light and ergonomic equipment.
  • Great corporate culture.

   

   

• Open

  Senior Associate

  We are seeking a talented and dynamic Intellectual Property Senior Associate to join our rapidly growing national and international IP practice. The successful candidate will have a strong background in intellectual property law and will play a pivotal role in providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance to our diverse clientele.

  Typical Work Activities:

  • Provide comprehensive legal advice and solutions to clients on intellectual property matters.
  • Intellectual property and technology agreements, including commercialisation, research, royalty and licensing agreements, and website/software/application terms and conditions.
  • Filing, managing and prosecuting trade mark applications (including oppositions, disputes, sales and licensing).
  • Advice relating to privacy, financial services licensing, and competition and consumer law, and online content regulation.
  • General corporate and commercial advice, including, shareholders agreements, employee share schemes, capital raisings, sales and acquisitions, contractor/employment agreements and NDAs.

  Key Attributes:

  • Strong understanding of intellectual property laws and regulations.
  • Ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively to clients and stakeholders.
  • Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to clients.
  • Strong experience in drafting IP-related documents such as license agreements and cease and desist letters.
  • Strong experience in IP disputes.

  Benefits:

  • Opportunity for growth and career progression.
  • Broad range of matters day-to-day.
  • Regular, direct client contact.
  • Autonomy in your work (but with ample support).
  • Opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing practice area.
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.

   

   

• Open

  Commercial Senior Associate

  We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our commercial team. Working across a range of industries, you will have a diverse role providing legal guidance to commercial clients related to large transactions, business contracts and agreements.
  
  To thrive in this role, you will take a proactive approach to working with new clients and work alongside a highly skilled team to deliver on the amazing, tailored WRP experience.

  Typical Work Activities:

  • Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements including sales, purchase, supply and project agreements.
  • Conducting legal research and analysis to provide guidance to clients on various legal matters.
  • Negotiating and structuring commercial transactions.
  • Providing legal advice on corporate governance and compliance matters.
  • Preparing legal opinions and memoranda on legal issues affecting commercial clients.
  • Ensuring that clients receive high-quality legal services
  • Collaborating with other practice areas and legal professionals within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.

  Key Attributes:

  • Broad legal and commercial knowledge, including contract law, corporate law and regulatory compliance.
  • Analytical skills to provide practical solutions for complex legal issues.
  • Client-focused with the ability to build and maintain relationships and provide high-quality legal services.
  • Excellent drafting and communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills

  Benefits:

  • Attractive remuneration package.
  • Genuine career progression through world-class trainings, mentorships and studies.
  • Dynamic, collaborative and fun professional environment