At VALS, your work has purpose, impact and meaning. You'll be part of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation with a long-standing commitment to justice, self-determination and community empowerment.
Why join us?
* Work in a role where your advocacy directly impacts young people's lives
* Join a values‐led organisation committed to cultural safety and systemic change
* Contribute to a specialist youth justice practice with strong community connection
* Take on senior, meaningful legal work while supporting and mentoring others
* Be part of a team that is passionate, collaborative and driven by purpose
* 17.5% leave loading
* 5 additional days of annual leave on top of the standard 20 days
* Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 via Maxxia
About the role
* Appear in the Children's Court, Koori Court, Magistrates' Court and other jurisdictions as required
* Manage complex youth crime matters and provide high-level legal advice
* Support case strategy, mentoring and practice leadership within the team
* Build strong relationships across community, legal and justice sectors
* Deliver culturally safe legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people
About you
* Admission as a legal practitioner in Victoria
* At least 4 years' experience in criminal law
* Strong advocacy experience, ideally including youth justice matters
* The ability to lead, mentor and support others
* A genuine commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander justice and self‐determination
Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. VALS welcomes applications from people of diverse cultures, identities and lived experiences.
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