Solicitor

at  North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service

Posted on March 25, 2024
SCHADS Award Level: Classification Level 4/2 to 5 (depending on experience)
Job location at Darwin and Katherine
Remuneration: Remuneration Salary $84,186.96 to $93,858.96 (value of salary package $81,896 to $93,250) dependent on personal circumstances - as a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) NAAFLS can offer up to $15,899 per annum of the salary, Tax-free as a fringe benefit (conditions apply).
Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8:15am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm
Employment Type: Full-time ongoing position (subject to funding)
Superannuation: 11%
Leave Entitlement: 6 weeks per annum plus 17.5% leave loading
Reports To: Principal Legal Officer
Special Measures: N/A
Information for Applicants: Email applications including a one-page summary sheet outlining how you meet the selection criteria and your current resume/cv to hr@naafls.com.au
Additional Information: Contact the HR & Operations Manager on 08 8923 8200 or email hr@naafls.com.au
Closing date: 08/04/2024

• Provide culturally appropriate legal assistance and advice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in matters of law primarily Family Law, Family Violence and Child Protection.
• Maintain accurate legal client files and timely data entry using NAAFLS’ electronic file management and statistical information systems.
• Participate in the development and delivery of community legal education programs in respect to domestic and family violence and other areas relevant to our service delivery.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of processes and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate services to clients.
• Prepare submissions, articles and reports for presentation at conferences and public forums as required.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the PLO or CEO.