Solicitor

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Solicitor. Terms and conditions vacancy

We are seeking an experienced, well-organised, and enthusiastic Solicitor with a focus on enhancing the lives of our clients to join our legal team on a permanent full time basis working in the Darwin Office.

You will hold, or be eligible for a restricted or unrestricted practising certificate in the Northern Territory. You will be working alongside an enthusiastic and dynamic team to deliver services to North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service clients.

You will have strong negotiation skills, well developed written and verbal communication skills, be able to work efficiently, both in a team and autonomously, and possess excellent time management and organisational skills.  Additionally, you’ll have a sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture.

The successful candidate will demonstrate solid experience in a similar position, particularly working with aboriginal people in a social services environment.   Experience providing best practice in family law and advocating for marginalised communities along with experience working collaboratively and developing rapport with a range of stakeholders including aboriginal people living in remote communities is required.

What's in it for you?

In return, we offer a safe and productive work environment as well as the opportunity to make a difference in our communities. The successful candidate will be provided with a mobile phone, surface pro, maximum travel allowance, Time off in Lieu, six weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave, uniform, extensive training and career development opportunities, on top of an attractive annual salary.

As a not-for-profit organisation all staff are entitled to salary sacrifice, this will increase your take home pay. 

All this while traveling to some of the most remote and picturesque places, the top end has to offer.

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage. 

NAAFLS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of cultural diversity.  We employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs. For this reason Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Applications close 26 July 2018 and must address the selection criteria which can be found below or at http://www.naafls.com.au/careers

If this role appeals and you have all or some the attributes above, please apply by emailing your a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, resume detailing relevant experience and qualifications and the contact details of at least two recent line manager referees to:

[email protected]

08 8923 8200

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must possess an Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance), a National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a current Northern Territory manual driver’s licence or the ability to obtain one.