Solicitor LA23522
PSCA 2022 Specified Calling Level 1 or 2, up to $112,645 gross per annum + super + benefits
Fixed Term - Part Time (4 days per week)
With the possibility of extensions (up to 2 years total appointment) and/or permanency (to occur within two years of appointment), subject to business requirements. There is currently one position vacant until 30 June 2024.
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and be recognised as such by the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.
About the role
This position is in the Bunbury office of Legal Aid WA to provide a range of legal services aimed at ensuring access to justice for First Nations people in the southwest of Western Australia.
About you
We are looking for a lawyer interested in working part time in Bunbury to provide advice and representation services to clients, engage with key stakeholders and provide community legal education. An understanding of the issues impacting our clients who access these services is highly regarded.
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, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. 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.
Legal Aid WA is a provider of customer centred services and fosters a culture of inclusion. We appreciate differing viewpoints and cultural diversity and value all perspectives as we strive for excellent customer service through process improvements and innovation.
Further information
Please visit to find out more about us.
Download the attached Job Description Form for more information about the role. We recommend you review our guide on, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit .
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. 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.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit:
1. A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
2. A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role (Tip - 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.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application.
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA .
If you do not have access to a computer or the internet, please contact the Bunbury office in plenty of time and they can arrange for you to submit your application from their office.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
Substantive Equality
Legal Aid Western Australia is an equal opportunity employer, we recognise the value that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of people from all diverse backgrounds.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over non diversity group applicants to achieve public sector outcomes. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Other Conditions
This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation. Alternatively, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the advertised position, the next most suitable candidate may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months (unless otherwise stated) from the completion date of the initial selection process. Should no suitable candidate be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may 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.
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WORK TYPE:
Fixed Term - Part Time
LOCATION:
Bunbury
CLOSING DATE:
2023-10-31 4:00 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Solicitor Agency Legal Aid Western Australia Salary Location Bunbury Unit/Division Criminal Law Branch Bunbury Work Type Fixed Term - Part Time Position No. LA23522 Closing Date Position Title Solicitor Branch Bunbury Location Bunbury Work Type Fixed Term - Part Time Closing Date Salary Agency Legal Aid Western Australia Company Information Description
Fixed Term - Part Time (4 days per week)
With the possibility of extensions (up to 2 years total appointment) and/or permanency (to occur within two years of appointment), subject to business requirements. There is currently one position vacant until 30 June 2024.
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and be recognised as such by the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.
About the role
This position is in the Bunbury office of Legal Aid WA to provide a range of legal services aimed at ensuring access to justice for First Nations people in the southwest of Western Australia.
About you
We are looking for a lawyer interested in working part time in Bunbury to provide advice and representation services to clients, engage with key stakeholders and provide community legal education. An understanding of the issues impacting our clients who access these services is highly regarded.
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, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. 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.
Legal Aid WA is a provider of customer centred services and fosters a culture of inclusion. We appreciate differing viewpoints and cultural diversity and value all perspectives as we strive for excellent customer service through process improvements and innovation.
Further information
Please visit to find out more about us.
Download the attached Job Description Form for more information about the role. We recommend you review our guide on, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit .
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. 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.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit:
3. A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
4. A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role (Tip - 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.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application.
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA .
If you do not have access to a computer or the internet, please contact the Bunbury office in plenty of time and they can arrange for you to submit your application from their office.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
Substantive Equality
Legal Aid Western Australia is an equal opportunity employer, we recognise the value that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of people from all diverse backgrounds.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over non diversity group applicants to achieve public sector outcomes. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Other Conditions
This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation. Alternatively, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the advertised position, the next most suitable candidate may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months (unless otherwise stated) from the completion date of the initial selection process. Should no suitable candidate be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may 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.
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