Job description Opportunity to make a real difference working for a purpose-led organisation.
Full-time role based in Surry Hills.
Great flexibility with access to hybrid work arrangements.
About the role Under limited direction, the Solicitor will provide high-quality generalist legal information, advice, representation, and other legal assistance to socially and economically disadvantaged older people across NSW.
This includes areas such as residential tenancy, guardianship, consumer rights, credit and debt, discrimination, human rights, family and domestic violence, Wills and powers of attorney, as well as specialised advice in strata issues and aged care, including residential aged care facilities.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide essential advice and casework for older people facing disadvantage.
Key responsibilities include representing clients in tribunals and courts, as well as engaging in alternative dispute resolution.
The role also emphasizes community engagement through legal education seminars across NSW, developing educational resources and promotional materials, conducting research, contributing to law reform initiatives, preparing casework and client reports, establishing organisational programs and procedures, and working effectively with staff, volunteers, and law students, with limited supervision of law students and volunteers.
Seniors Rights Service operates in a dynamic environment requiring flexibility, adaptability, initiative, excellent organization, and critical thinking skills.
Why work for Seniors Rights Service?
Our vision is a society that respects and upholds the rights of older people.
Seniors Rights Service is a specialist community legal centre providing free legal services, aged care advocacy, and rights education to older people across NSW.
This is a pivotal moment to join our team as demand for our services grows.
If you have a talent for connecting with people, relevant experience, and a passion for supporting vulnerable communities, we want to hear from you.
Essential criteria : Current NSW practicing certificate (or ability to obtain one) with at least three years post-admission experience.
Broad knowledge or experience across main areas of law relevant to a generalist Community Legal Centre, such as residential tenancy, guardianship, consumer, credit and debt, discrimination, human rights, family and domestic violence, Wills, and powers of attorney.
Excellent legal research, interpersonal, and written communication skills, with the ability to interact sensitively with diverse stakeholders.
Skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Ability to develop and present community legal education sessions.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, prioritise tasks, and deliver results.
A passion for social change and supporting disadvantaged communities.
Proficiency with technology and software, including Microsoft Office 365.
Willingness to undertake and maintain a National Criminal History check and hold a NSW driver's license as a condition of employment.
Benefits : Experience a collaborative and engaging work culture in a growing organisation.
Flexibility with hybrid work arrangements.
SCHADS Award Level 7 with access to NFP Salary Packaging benefits.
Enhanced leave provisions, including gifted leave between Christmas and New Year.
Six-week paid parental leave.
Interested in applying?
If interested, please answer all screening questions and upload your resume during the application process.
We value diversity and inclusion and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
We also support vaccination against Influenza and COVID-19 to ensure safety for our employees and clients.
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