Managing Solicitor, Criminal Law Practice
Aboriginal Legal Service NSW/ACT
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Kempsey NSW
Job: 2024-182| Full-Time | Permanent | Kempsey, NSW
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.
The position holder will work autonomously, seeking the advice and support of the supervising Deputy Principal Solicitor, or their delegate as required and consulting with senior colleagues before determining applications for merit in complex matters.
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 investin 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
About the Role
The Managing Solicitor is part of the Criminal Law Practice based in Kempsey, NSW.
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.
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.
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.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in legal representation for Aboriginal clients in criminal matters and capacity to brief and instruct Counsel.
Valid NSW driver's license.
Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal people combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal cultural practices in dealing with clients, their families, communities and staff.
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 and National Police History check.
How to Apply
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Before you begin, make sure you have an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
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 ******
If you have questions about this role, please email ****** Applications will close on
11:59pm, Monday 11th November 2024.
Please apply promptly, as we may shortlist and commence interviews within the advertising period.
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