Job Description
Legal Officers play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality legal services and assisting clients in resolving their legal problems.
As a Legal Officer, you will provide criminal law advice and representation to clients of Legal Aid NSW, adhering to its policies and guidelines. This role supports the mission of delivering high-quality legal services and assisting clients in resolving their legal problems.
Our team is committed to creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse individuals, and other diverse communities.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing legal services to disadvantaged people in regional, rural, and criminal justice system contexts. You will be working in a fast-paced environment and will need to be able to work effectively under pressure.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Admitted or eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
* Current NSW Practising Certificate
* Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
* Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies), or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
* Current driver's licence
* Ability to travel for work away from home
Benefits
* Work-life balance - additional one week of leave per year and assistance with travel costs
* Assistance with relocation costs
* Access to training, development, and mentoring opportunities, often involving fully funded travel to Sydney or other sites across NSW
* Flexibility in our work arrangements to support your needs
Why Work at Moree?
The Moree office of Legal Aid NSW is located in the heart of NSW's northern wheatbelt and is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural assets. The town is easily accessible by daily train and air services from Sydney.
As a Legal Officer in Moree, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment and make a real difference in the lives of our clients.