Based in Toowoomba, the Legal Practice Director is responsible for driving the strategic direction of our legal team providing advice and casework services across a diverse range of funded programs including generalist legal services, elder law, tenancy advice, and health justice partnerships. As a member of the Executive team, and reporting to the CEO, you will:
* Lead complex, high-impact casework and strategic litigation
* Provide legal supervision and mentoring to staff solicitors and volunteers
* As the Responsible Person, operate in an environment of continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with all professional and regulatory obligations including the Risk Management Guide.
* Identify, evaluate, and pursue opportunities for growth aligned with our strategic goals
* Build and maintain a positive, respectful, and high-performing team culture
* Participate in collaborative decision making with other senior leaders
* Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders including our funders, government departments, the private and community legal sectors
* Oversee and contribute to law reform, community legal education, systemic advocacy, and project development in a way that promotes our vision, mission, and values.
The person
The ability to consider your work through the lens of client impact is essential. You will be eligible to hold an unrestricted Practising Certificate and have relevant post-admission experience including complex litigation and people management (preferably 7+ years).
* Current eligibility for Blue and Yellow Cards (mandatory criminal history screening)
* Experience in risk management, compliance and quality assurance in legal practice
* Experience in legal strategy, stakeholder engagement, and program development
* An adaptable, accountable, strong, and collaborative leadership style
* Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centred practice
* Ability to travel within the region as required to support remote offices and outreach clinics.
Highly regarded:
* Previous experience as Legal Director, Principal/Practice or Program Manager
* Qualifications or experience in community leadership, social justice, or human services
* Eligibility to hold a Principal Practising Certificate (not essential in Community Legal)
What We Offer
* SCHADS Level 8+ salary range and above-Award conditions
* Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
* A work vehicle is provided for regional travel
* Additional paid leave over the Christmas shutdown period
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