An experienced civil lawyer with expertise in mental health and disability law who can join the Mental Health & Disability Law leadership team in the role of Deputy Managing Lawyer and play a key role in the management and delivery of high-quality legal services across the state.
Full time ongoing positionSalary based on experience, range: $110,161 - $122,400 plus superUp to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office modelAbout the role:
We are seeking an experienced civil lawyer with leadership and management capability to help manage and support our dedicated team of lawyers in the Mental Health & Disability Law (MHDL) sub-program, delivering legal services and other activities to promote and ensure respect for the rights, autonomy and dignity of people with mental health issues or cognitive disability.
Reporting to the Managing Lawyer, you will work with the Managing Lawyers and Program Manager as part of a collaborative leadership team to help oversee the delivery of high-quality mental health and disability legal services. You will provide supervision and direct line management to other lawyers, work with stakeholders and contribute to strategic advocacy and reform and other activities to improve outcomes and access to justice for clients in a range of legal areas, including compulsory mental health treatment.
You will also act as a senior lawyer providing legal assistance to clients in MHDL practice areas, including duty lawyer services and complex matters, and provide support to lawyers practising at regional offices.
This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country. About you: As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
People management and leadership capabilities, with an ability to motivate and develop the skills and expertise of a team.Substantial knowledge or practical experience in providing quality legal services with a focus on mental health and disability law.An ability to provide strategic advice on legal and policy issues.Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse clients and capacity to develop strong internal and external working relationships.A current Australian practising certificate which entitles you to practise in Victoria as a government legal practitioner (mandatory).Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. About Victoria Legal Aid:We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1000 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.
Employee benefits: Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangementsHybrid work from home & office modelTraining and professional development opportunitiesExcellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated LeasingSupportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office)How to apply:
To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments).
If you require adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team .
For further information review the attached position description or contact Catherine Leslie, Program Manager, MHDA on (03) 9280 3706.
No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 28 April 2024. Other relevant information: It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.
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