Job: 2024-146 | Full-Time | Permanent | Parramatta, NSW
- Oversee the representation of Aboriginal clients before the criminal justice system in the Local, Children’s, District and Supreme Courts, and other courts or tribunals
- Assist with the management of professional and administrative staff.
- Conduct complicated legal matters; including committals, District and Supreme Court appearances in all nominated jurisdictions
Primary Purpose of the Role
The primary objective of the position is to deliver of culturally appropriate legal advice, and representation to clients in accordance with the ALS policies, procedures and guidelines in Criminal Law Practice including early intervention and outreach services, community legal education and referrals.
Why Join the ALS Team?
At the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) you can make an impact. You will join a strong movement fighting for social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
Our focus is our people: the people we support and the people we employ. We offer a career you can be proud of and a place where you feel safe to be yourself. We invest in our people and appreciate the rich diversity of lived experiences, languages, and culture.
Born out of a protest movement over 50 years ago, the ALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW and the ACT. It’s an exciting time to be joining us. We recently received additional funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating significant opportunities for the ALS, our staff and communities.
As well as the satisfaction of working in a job that really matters, we offer our staff benefits including:
- Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home pay
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%
- Career and professional development opportunities
- Access to personal counselling for you and your family
- Additional paid leave of up to 6 days per year, paid parental and study leave
- Flexible work options – talk to us about how we can make this role work for you
About the Role
The Managing Solicitor is part of the Criminal Law Practice based in Parramatta, NSW.
The Managing Solicitor will be responsible for:
- Management and supervision of staff and resources within the team.
- At the direction of the Deputy Principal Solicitor, assist with the management of professional and administrative staff.
- Allocation of work and management of workloads including the briefing and assignment of work to external legal representatives and the implementation of policies and procedures for those functions.
- Conduct complicated legal matters; including committals, District and Supreme Court appearances in all nominated jurisdictions;
- Support the Deputy Principal Solicitor with the delivery of legal services within the relevant staffing location.
- Support the Deputy Principal Solicitor in the implementation of policy and strategies to improve the provision of legal services to clients of the ALS.
- Under the direction of the Deputy Principal Solicitor conduct recruitment of staff and volunteers and manage their induction, training, supervision, and professional development.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings:
- Legal qualifications and a NSW Practicing Certificate with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in criminal and representation law.
- Proven ability to manage the day-to-day activities including the supervision of staff, the allocation of work, and management of workloads and regular reviews of performance.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in legal representation for Aboriginal clients in criminal matters and capacity to brief and instruct Counsel.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant criminal law legislation, case law and court proceedings to effectively represent and advocate for Aboriginal clients.
- Current valid unrestricted NSW drivers license and a willingness to drive in metropolitan and country locations, travel intrastate and stay overnight or longer (desirable)
Pre-Employment Requirements
ALS is committed to implementing safe recruitment practices. Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks such as reference checks, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check, right to work in Australia, COVID-19 vaccinations and National Police History check.
How to Apply
- View the full position description
- Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected] (Subject Title: Ref 2024-146 Managing Solicitor)
- When sending your application, please ensure you include the reference number 2024-146 in subject title
- If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected]
Applications will close on 5:00pm, Friday 6th September 2024.
Please apply promptly, as we may shortlist and commence interviews within the advertising period.
