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Solicitor - SC Level 3/4 LA26451
PSCA 2024 Specified Calling Level 3/4, up to $162,635 gross per annum + super + benefits
Full Time – Permanent
About the role
Legal Aid WA is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and experienced solicitor to operate out of our satellite office in Carnarvon.
You will be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and have the ability to deliver a range of services including duty lawyer services, information, advice, legal advocacy and Community Legal Education across civil, family and criminal law areas.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a very supportive team and enjoy a great lifestyle working in a spectacular part of WA. The role presents challenging yet rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development.
This role operates as part of the Regional Offices Operation unit within the Regional Services Division. It receives support from our Perth based Regional Relief Team.
Service delivery in regional areas involves regular outreach to circuit courts which requires overnight stays and travel by road and light aircraft throughout the Mid-West and Gascoyne.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, as well as a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us. You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on LinkedIn.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:
A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria in the JDF (your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
To apply for this position, you must have successfully completed an undergraduate Law degree and be admitted, or eligible for admission to practice in Western Australia, at the time of completion of this recruitment process.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
For technical difficulties while applying online, contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 and quote recruitment ID number 1055702.
All such applications should have a lodged date and time generated automatically.
Transmissions received after the closing date and time will not be accepted unless there is evidence of fault in the online system being down.
If you have any questions about the application process or do not have access to a computer with internet access, please contact
[email protected].
Further information
Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Rebecca Lee - Director, Regional Services Division, on 9261 6391 or
[email protected]
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment. For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit Jobs and Skills WA.
Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Janice Green on tel (08) 6373 5297 or email
[email protected]
Other Conditions
This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process. The panel may also search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
