ABOUT US

Legal Aid NSW helps people with their legal problems. We can help people with most areas criminal law, family law and every day civil law legal issues. We give legal advice, help at court and do family dispute resolution. We can do this over the telephone or at one of our 28 offices.

DO YOU NEED HELP TO APPLY?

It’s important to properly prepare before you apply for a role. Here is some other information to help you:

• If you have questions about the role, you can contact the Hiring Manager – Kirsty Harrison on 02 4337 6660 or email: kirsty.Harrison@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have.
• The Role Description sets out the responsibilities of the role.
• The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate.
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dynamic team in one of our largest regional offices, based in a vibrant and welcoming community. Enjoy the chance to make a real impact while working in a location known for its rich culture and strong community spirit.

The Solicitor in Charge will:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the Regional Office to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources and delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of clients and the community.
• Develop key relationships with internal and external stakeholders including the private profession, legal assistance providers, community and the courts.
• Conduct and lead a legal practice whilst prioritising leadership of the office.
• Take the lead on ensuring the well-being of staff and the fostering of a safe, respectful, and collegial office culture.

THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE

You must:

• be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Be qualified to practice as an Australian legal practitioner
• be able to provide an unrestricted NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us
• be willing to do a Criminal Record Check
• provide a valid Working with Children Check
• live in NSW or willing to relocate to NSW
• Current driver’s licence

It’s important to properly prepare before you apply for a role. Here is some other information to help you:

• If you have questions about the role, you can contact the Hiring Manager – Kirsty Harrison on 02 4337 6660 or email: kirsty.Harrison@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have.
• The Role Description sets out the responsibilities of the role.
• The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate.
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NS