- Professional 2 (P2) $90,204 - $107,554 plus Superannuation
- 2 Year Contract
- Darwin
About the Legal Aid NT:
Legal Aid NT is an independent statutory authority established under the Legal Aid Act 1990 (NT). Our purpose is to ensure that people in the Northern Territory understand their legal rights and disadvantaged people have access to quality legal services, and to uphold a fair Northern Territory and national justice system.
About the role:
Under the supervision of the Managing Solicitor of the Darwin Criminal Law Practice, provide high quality legal advice and representation to clients of Legal Aid NT charged with criminal offences.
About you:
You will be able to work within a busy criminal law practice and work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team. You will be committed to delivering excellent service for clients and have a demonstrated knowledge of criminal law practice and procedures and experience in advising and representing clients in criminal law matters.
Crucial in your success in this role is your high level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to liaise and communicate effectively with staff, external stakeholders, and clients with complex needs and from diverse backgrounds.
Employee benefits:
Legal Aid NT offers attractive employment perks such as 6 weeks annual leave and salary packaging options. Whilst the work is challenging, you will be rewarded with a culture that is focused on meeting the legal needs of vulnerable people in the Northern Territory.
Further Information:
A position description, including selection criteria, and a duty statement is attached.
Further information on the role, please contact Human Resources on 08 8999 3000 or recruitment@legalaid.nt.gov.au using the subject line: Solicitor - Criminal Law Practice enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Legal Aid NT values diversity. We encourage people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodate people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments.
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📌 Solicitor - Criminal Law Practice
🏢 Legal Aid NT
📍 Darwin