Organisation : Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited
Location : NSW Regional (Newcastle)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Legal
Sector : Indigenous, Law, Justice & Human Rights, Women
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $95,788 - $101,918 + super + salary packaging
About the organisation
Born out of a protest movement, the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is the primary legal service for Aboriginal people in NSW and the ACT. Our vision is to achieve social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
It’s an exciting time for the ALS, with both our services and teams growing significantly. We recently received additional government funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating unprecedented opportunities for the ALS and our communities.
We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment. We’re passionate about what we do and we work hard. The ALS values the health and wellbeing of our employees, and we are proud to offer flexible work practices. Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.
About the role
- Newcastle NSW
- Full-time
- Fixed term until June 2025
The Senior Solicitor is part of an important new program, which advocates for and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are experiencing or are at risk of domestic and family violence.
The role will have the opportunity to deliver legal advice and representation to our clients and make a real difference to their lives. They will also manage the caseloads of the small legal service within the program and liaise with the legal team.
What you’ll bring to the role
- Legal qualifications and a current Practicing Certificate issued by the Law Society of NSW
- Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural practices when considering service delivery and other support for clients, their families, communities and employees
- Knowledge, experience and understanding of domestic violence, care & protection/family, case law and court proceedings, and where the different practices intersect
- Proven ability to manage the caseloads and workloads of a small law practice and supervise staff
- Understanding of the dynamics of family and domestic violence and its effect on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and families
- Capacity to represent clients and undertake an advocacy role before courts or tribunals
- Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to adapt to change and work in a start-up environment
- Current NSW driver’s licence with the ability to travel intrastate (desirable)
Position Description attached
How to apply
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Download the application package attached
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Hit Apply Now and submit a filled in application form, cover letter and CV
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For enquiries or a confidential conversation, reach out to Rebekah Woodward, Recruitment Manager (New Programs) on 02 6120 8815 or rebekah.woodward@alsnswact.org.au
Apply promptly as we will shortlist and interview as applications come through.
Please quote in application: Senior Solicitor (Legal Assistance for Vulnerable Women) via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Indigenous, #Law_Justice_and_Human_Rights, #Women
