Join Our Team at ARC Justice!

We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Lawyer to join our Housing Justice team. You’ll be helping the most vulnerable of clients, those at risk of losing their homes, by providing advice, representation and advocacy. Your work will be crucial in protecting tenant’s rights and ensuring fair treatment in housing matters.

About Us:

ARC Justice is a non-profit dedicated to providing free legal help to those who need it most. Our goal is to ensure everyone has access to justice, especially the vulnerable. We’re a passionate team making a real difference in our community.

Role Overview:

• Offer expert legal advice and representation in tenancy law matters.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, court and tribunal proceedings.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals and community organisations to support clients.
• Full-time preferred however part-time will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Service: Provide legal assistance to renters including information, referral and advice.

Advice and Advocacy: Provide expert legal advice and representation in tenancy law matters, including at VCAT and the Magistrates’ Court.

Community Engagement: Collaborate with local communities, stakeholders, and other legal professionals.

Law Reform and Advocacy: Opportunities to contribute to changing the housing landscape within Victoria.

Qualifications:

Admission to Practice: You have a law degree and are eligible for an unsupervised Practising Certificate in Victoria.

Experience: You bring your previous experience in tenancy or other civil law or an enthusiasm to learn this fascinating area of practice

Strong Advocate: You possess excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.

Effective Communicator: You have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Committed to Justice: You are passionate about social justice and community service.

Benefits:

• Five weeks annual leave plus three days ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year.
• You will have extensive support and training opportunities offered to ensure you feel confident in your practice.
• You will join a friendly and collaborative team that’s got your back.
• Your work will have a real impact on the community, helping those who need it most.
• We believe in a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.
• We offer not for profit salary packaging (up to the value of $15,900) plus meal entertainment (up to $2,650).

Join us in championing justice and empowering our community!

For more information about this opportunity at ARC Justice, visit our website at arjustice.org.au.

For enquiries about this role, please contact Anna Dorevitch, Managing Lawyer - Housing Justice Team on 03 5445 0909.

A position description is attached.