Ref 4929/24 Managing Solicitor/Clinical Supervisor, School of Law· Full-time, Fixed term position - 2 January 2025 until 31 December 2027 · Based at Parramatta South Campus About Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia's fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.
About the School
The School of Law is committed to excellence and innovation in teaching, research and community engagement. It has a research focus on Public and constitutional law, Human Rights and Social Justice issues and a leading clinical program through the Justice Clinic.
About the role
The School of Law is seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Managing Solicitor/Clinical Supervisor. The Managing Solicitor / Clinical Supervisor will provide advice, casework, law reform and policy work in areas of law relevant to the WSU Justice Clinic under the supervision of the Director & Principal Solicitor. The Managing Solicitor / Clinical Supervisor is responsible for managing the Student Legal Service (SLS), and for providing legal advice and supervising legal advice provided to students accessing the SLS 2 days per week. The Managing Solicitor / Clinical Supervisor will also work collaboratively with the WSU Justice Clinic team members to teach WSU students undertaking the experiential learning subjects of the WSU Justice Clinic.
About You
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in teaching within a tertiary education setting, including a proven track record of supervising legal work performed by others and students in a legal environment. They will have demonstrated extensive experience as a Managing Solicitor, providing advice and casework, with specialised knowledge in areas relevant to the WSU Justice Clinic's and Student Legal Service's work. Additionally, will have proven experience in law reform and policy work.
Working with Children Check:
It is a mandatory requirement for any incumbent of this position to have a current NSW Employee Working with Children Clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values.
Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Parramatta South campus; however, as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university, travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application.
Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Monday 25 November 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility:
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at the time of application.
Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted. No Recruitment Agency applications will be accepted.
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