ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Arts Law is Australia’s only independent national community legal centre for the arts, a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. We provide free or low cost specialised legal advice, education and resources to Australian artists and arts organisations across all art forms, on a wide range of arts related legal and business matters. Arts Law’s Artists in the Black program delivers targeted services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists nationally.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sydney-based Principal Solicitor (Senior Lawyer) is responsible for providing high-quality legal advice and supervising and supporting the delivery of excellent legal services to the organisation’s clients.

Reporting to the CEO, this role plays a key part in supervising external legal advice programs, referrals to law firms, and managing triage services. The role will also support the mentoring, training, and management of junior legal staff, volunteers, and paralegals. Additionally, they may contribute to the delivery of private and public education sessions and assist in policy reform initiatives as required.

Applicants please note that Arts Law lawyers do not provide representation to clients in the courts; these requests are referred to partner firms.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Admitted legal practitioner who holds an unrestricted Practising Certificate (PC) or holds or is eligible to hold a Principal Practising Certificate in New South Wales, with 7+ years post-admission experience, preferably in community law, not-for-profit or legal aid settings.
• 5+ years’ experience with copyright or Intellectual Property matters.
• Strong experience in providing legal advice, case management, and overseeing legal service delivery.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior legal staff, volunteers, and paralegals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage legal referral services, including liaising with external law firms and legal networks.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple matters and responsibilities concurrently.
• Desirable: experience in coaching, tutoring or leading workshops (in any setting).
• Desirable: experience in engagement with First Nations clients and matters.

Personal Attributes

• A commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to underrepresented communities, particularly in the arts and creative sectors.
• Excellent communication and digital skills, with the ability to mentor and guide others.
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
• Willingness to contribute to legal education programs and policy reform initiatives.

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A position description is attached.