Aboriginal Identified - Solicitor
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Salary: $90,*********,458 pa plus superannuation and leave loading (Legal Officer Grade I-III)
Employment Type: Ongoing Full-time
Location: Sydney (flexible—open to other office locations across NSW)
Application close date: Extended to Sunday 14 December ****, 11:59pm
About Us
Legal Aid NSW helps people with their legal problems. We can help people with most areas criminal law, family law and everyday civil law legal issues. We give legal advice, help at court and do family dispute resolution. We can do this over the telephone or at one of our 28 offices.
About the Role
The position is responsible for providing high quality, trauma-informed advice, minor assistance, duty and casework service to socially and economically disadvantaged clients who have experienced family and domestic violence. This role conducts an effective legal practice, working within an interdisciplinary team to meet the legal and non-legal needs of clients who have experienced family and domestic violence. This role is required to comply with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies, and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.
This role is based in Sydney; however, we are open to the successful candidate to work in other Legal Aid NSW offices across the state. Subject to operational requirements, the successful candidate may work in a hybrid arrangement, with a mix of office and work-from-home days. A minimum of three days per week in the office is expected, depending on business needs.
About You
You are a dedicated individual with a passion for social justice and a commitment to supporting communities impacted by family and domestic violence. You bring legal expertise and a trauma-informed approach to your work. With strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team, you are driven by empowering clients and advocating for their rights. You are resilient, adaptable, and driven to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, particularly those who are socially and economically disadvantaged across NSW.
Eligibility and Application Requirements
Legal Aid NSW considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (NSW). Applicants for this role must satisfy the Aboriginality criteria. Aboriginality is defined by descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on how you satisfy the Aboriginality criteria.
Essential Requirements
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Have legal qualifications
Be able to provide a valid NSW Practicing Certificate before starting work with us
Have ability to travel regularly, and to regional and remote areas
Be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
Benefits
You will have access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
We are an accredited Flex Ready certified employer and are recognised as leaders in the area of flexible work, supporting flexible arrangements for our staff.
Application Process
You must submit your application online. Applications received late or by email will not be accepted. Please make sure your application is complete, and that you have answered all questions before submitting.
Your Application Must Include
Your resume (no more than 5 pages)
Cover letter (no more than 2 pages). In your cover letter, please describe how your legal experience would support you to work with clients impacted by family and domestic violence.
Interview Timeline
Given that the new year is approaching, interviews will likely be scheduled for January or February ****.
Contact Information
Hiring Manager – Sarah Barton, (Acting) Solicitor in Charge Domestic Violence Unit, or email:
If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch for a confidential conversation at .
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