Practice Manager Crime – Legal Officer V
Salary range: $154,403.00 – $157,430.00. Temporary full‐time position until November 2027. Moree Location.
About Us
Legal Aid NSW delivers accessible legal services across criminal, family and civil law. We provide advice, court representation, and family dispute resolution through 28 offices and phone‐based support, helping people navigate the legal system with confidence and fairness.
About The Role
"Being a senior lawyer requires sound judgment — knowing what matters most when everything feels urgent."
As a Senior Criminal Lawyer, you are the calm in the storm. The person who cuts through chaos, steadies a team, and moves complex matters forward with clarity. This role calls for confidence, judgement, and compassion – the kind of leadership that changes outcomes for clients experiencing hardship.
In This Role, You Will
* Deliver expert advice and representation in complex criminal law matters
* Contribute to a focused, organised, high‐performing practice
* Supervise junior lawyers with clarity, direction, and care
* Work collaboratively and cohesively in an office and with other legal divisions
* Contribute to reforms and initiatives that improve client outcomes
* Lead with purpose, bringing clarity to complexity and lifting those around you
You Will Thrive In This Role If You
* Excel at prioritising competing demands
* Enjoy developing and guiding others
* Bring strong legal expertise and clear leadership
* Value collaborative, trauma‐informed practice
* Embrace a culture of wellbeing, flexibility and support
Benefits Of Working With Us
* Additional one week's annual leave and assistance with travel costs
* Financial assistance with relocation costs, temporary accommodation and living in a remote area allowance
* Commitment to diversity and inclusion – we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and the LGBTQI+ community
* Access to training, development and mentoring opportunities
* Accredited Flex‐Ready and Carers and Employers certified employer – most staff work flexibly, e.g. from home some of the time, to balance family and work life
Qualifications and Requirements
* Be admitted or eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
* Be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before starting work
* Willing to undertake a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
* Have a valid Driver Licence and/or capacity to travel regularly (travel to regional and remote areas may be required)
How To Apply
You must submit your application online. Applications received late or by email will not be accepted. Make sure your application is complete and you have answered all questions before submitting.
Your Application Must Include
* Your resume (no more than 5 pages in PDF or Word format)
* Cover letter (no more than 2 pages in PDF or Word format). In your cover letter, please answer the two targeted questions below:
* Target Question 1 – What is your experience in Criminal Law? What makes you ready for this senior role?
* Target Question 2 – Provide an example of a time where you used your skills and experience in mentoring, supervising and inspiring others?
Contact
For questions about the role, contact Haney Cho (she/her), Solicitor in Charge at Moree Legal Aid office at .
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants seeking confidential advice, contact Legal Aid NSW Aboriginal Services Branch.
Closing Date: Sunday 12/04/2026 at 11:59 PM.
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