Job Title: Aboriginal Legal Professional
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Aboriginal legal professional to join our team.
About the Role
The successful candidate will provide legal advice and representation to clients, including minor assistance and casework services, in accordance with our policies and guidelines.
* Provide high-quality legal advice and representation to clients;
* Deliver efficient legal services and utilise electronic case management systems;
* Utilise strong communication skills to effectively represent a diverse range of clients;
* Contribute to policy development and community education;
* Stay updated on legal developments.
Essential Requirements
To be eligible for this role, you must:
* Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify and be accepted as such in the community;
* Be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and/or Working with Children Check;
* Be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW;
* Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies).
Benefits
Working with us offers many benefits, including:
* Access to training, development, and mentoring opportunities;
* An accredited Flex Ready employer and Carers and Employers certified employer;
* A flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
About Us
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us. We strive to be a place where people from diverse backgrounds want to work, where voices and cultures are valued and where people feel valued, welcomed, respected, and heard.