About Us
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Women's Rights Specialist to join our team in Central Australia. As a Women's Rights Specialist, you will play a vital role in empowering women and children through life-changing legal support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing high-quality legal advice and representation in civil and criminal law matters
* Representing clients in courts and tribunals, including as a duty lawyer
* Delivering legal support to criminalised women, particularly those impacted by Domestic and Family Violence and systemic disadvantage
* Working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver wraparound services
* Undertaking outreach travel to bush courts and remote communities
* Assisting with logistics and delivery of community legal education and outreach events
* Supporting and contributing to law reform, advocacy and community legal education
* Participating in stakeholder and community engagement
* Maintaining legal files, compliance and reporting for regulatory obligations
Requirements:
* Holds a Bachelor of Laws and is eligible for a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory
* Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and/or First Nations backgrounds
* Knowledge of general civil law matters, particularly Domestic and Family Violence
* Prior experience in Community Legal Centres and familiarity with the CLASS database
* Strong understanding of legal, economic, and social issues affecting women in Central Australia
* Confidence working independently and collaboratively in a small, cross-functional team
* A commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, WHS awareness, and compliance with CAWLS policies
* Strong communication, time management, and legal file management skills
Benefits:
* Competitive base salary plus 12% Super
* Relocation assistance up to $3,000 and support provided to help settle
* Six weeks’ annual leave + an additional 12 days’ personal leave
* Salary sacrificing options
* A supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job training, paid professional development and upskilling opportunities
* High priority focus on employee well-being
* Team bonding events and great company spirit
* Mentorship and training programmes