Live Where Lifestyle Meets Purpose
Nestled on the banks of the Murray River, Wodonga offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and a relaxed lifestyle. Enjoy weekend access to award‑winning wineries, scenic trails, and seasonal events – all while contributing to a purpose‑driven organisation improving lives in regional communities.
Step Into a Role That Makes a Difference
The Managing Lawyer for the Civil Law Practice, based in Wodonga, VIC, reports to the Principal Lawyer. This full‑time role focuses on managing program deliverables and overseeing service delivery activities to ensure high‑quality legal assistance services are delivered in a trauma‑informed way.
Responsibilities
* Providing high‑quality legal assistance, including complex casework and court representation
* Supervising and mentoring a team of lawyers and legal staff
* Overseeing legal compliance, risk, and quality assurance within the practice
* Deputising for the Principal Lawyer in their absence
* Contributing to law reform and advocacy in civil law and access to justice
* Strengthening partnerships and participating in community legal education
* Supporting operational planning, reporting, and service delivery targets
* Championing workplace safety, wellbeing, and child‑safe practices
* Promoting a values‑based, inclusive, and culturally safe organisational culture
Qualifications & Experience
* Unrestricted practising certificate in Australia (or eligibility to hold one)
* Demonstrated senior legal experience in civil law
* Experience supervising or mentoring legal practitioners or professional legal trainees
* Experience providing legal representation in courts and tribunals, including the Magistrates’ Court and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
* Strong knowledge of issues affecting vulnerable clients in regional and remote areas
* Experience in trauma‑informed or community legal practice settings
* Familiarity with Victorian and NSW legal frameworks, or willingness to learn
* Current C Class Driver’s Licence
* Working with Children clearance and a clear National Police Check
* Weekly travel to regional communities (fleet vehicles provided)
Ideal Candidate Profile
* A commitment to cultural humility, social justice, and community empowerment
* Leadership capability with a collaborative, inclusive supervision style
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Adaptability, empathy, and a reflective practice mindset
* A strong desire to invest in the growth and development of junior lawyers
Perks & Benefits
* Competitive above‑award salary of $124,646 – $129,763 pro‑rata (based on skills and experience) plus Super
* Hybrid work model (up to 2 days WFH per week)
* Relocation assistance of up to $2,500 to help you settle
* 5 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata) + 3 additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
* 17.5% annual leave loading
* Salary packaging options
* Flexible work arrangements
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Collaborative, supportive, and values‑led work culture
* Ongoing in‑house training and professional development opportunities
* Access to fleet vehicles for work‑related travel
* A values‑led culture that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and safety
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities
About the Organisation
As a proudly independent, community‑managed organisation, UMFC is dedicated to strengthening families and individuals across North East Victoria and the Southern Riverina of NSW. UMFC is committed to social justice, inclusion, and trauma‑informed care, embedding the Sanctuary Model throughout all levels. The Hume Riverina Community Legal Service (HRCLS) provides legal assistance in civil and family law to those most in need, serving communities from Albury/Wodonga to the surrounding townships.
How to Apply
We strongly encourage early applications; interviews will commence in early January. APPLY TODAY to join us in delivering meaningful justice every day.
HRCLS is an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those with lived experience relevant to our work.
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