The Managing Solicitor is part of the Criminal Law Practice based in Broken Hill, NSW.
Primary Purpose of the Role The primary objective of the position is to deliver 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.
About the Role The Managing Solicitor will be responsible for: Support the Deputy Principal Solicitor with the delivery of legal services within the relevant staffing location.
Management and supervision of staff and resources within the team.
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.
Under the direction of the Deputy Principal Solicitor conduct recruitment of staff and volunteers and manage their induction, training, supervision, and professional development.
Travelling to regional and interstate locations for work purposes.
An inherent requirement of the job is the ability to independently travel to regional locations by car for work purposes, therefore a current driver's licence is required (the ALS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider reasonable adjustments where an employee cannot meet this requirement due to a disability or their age).
About You We're looking for someone who brings: Possession of a current Practising Certificate issued by the Law Society of NSW with up to 4 years of demonstrated experience in the application of criminal and representation law; Proven ability to manage the day-to-day activities of legal service offices within various locations including the supervision of staff, the allocation of work, and management of workloads and regular reviews of performance.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant criminal law legislation, case law, and court proceedings to effectively represent and advocate for Aboriginal clients; Demonstrated excellence in consultation, interpersonal, influencing, motivational, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, combined with strong people management skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to drive or fly distances within the region and stay overnight or longer to undertake court work or training.
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.
Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to (Subject Title: Ref 2024-162 Managing Solicitor) When sending your application, please ensure you include the reference number 2024-162 in the subject title.
If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact our recruitment team at At ALS NSW/ACT, we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates.
If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support with your application including throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by reaching out to our Recruitment Team at Applications for this position close at 5:00pm, Friday 11th October 2024.
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