WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible working options and all the tools you need to thrive in the role!
• Generous Salary packaging
• Additional paid leave – up to 10 days inclusive of public holidays over the Christmas/New Year period

ABOUT US

Circle Green Community Legal (Circle Green) is an independent, not-for-profit community legal centre providing state-wide specialist legal services in humanitarian, family and domestic violence, residential tenancy, and workplace law.

OUR PURPOSE

Accessible Justice. To create a system, place, and space to ensure a safety net of best practice legal advice, education, and advocacy in our specialist fields.

ABOUT THE ROLE

At Circle Green, we are dedicated to breaking down barriers to justice by providing essential legal services to those in need. We are excited to offer a highly rewarding opportunity for a Principal Lawyer to lead our Workplace Law Stream at our Perth office.

As a key member of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of Circle Green. You will lead the workplace law stream, reporting directly to the Director of Services, and oversee a dynamic team of approximately 24 professionals, including senior lawyers, a key worker, and a project manager. In this role, you will guide and mentor the workplace team, ensuring the effective delivery of all services and projects.

Moreover, you will oversee the provision of expert advice on complex workplace legal issues, requiring a strong, up-to-date knowledge of workplace law.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence, advocate, and educate in the important area of workplace law. You will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most, while also shaping the future of workplace law in our community. If you are passionate about justice and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Leadership: Lead and manage a high performing team, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Strategy: In line with the strategic plan, drive continuous improvement within the Workplace stream, including reducing barriers for vulnerable clients and ensuring the delivery of effective, timely, and innovative legal advice and education.
• Legal Advice and Risk Management: Supervise the provision of expert legal advice and identify and mitigate legal risks and issues.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Engage with relevant stakeholders, including government and community organisations, to inform service delivery, community legal education, and policy and law reform initiatives.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Advocacy and Representation: Engage in legal advocacy, policy review, and reform efforts to promote the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable populations.
• Contract Management: Manage allocation of resources and report across multiple funding streams, ensuring compliance with funding contracts.

ABOUT YOU

As our Principal Lawyer, you will bring a wealth of knowledge in workplace law and exceptional people management skills. Your passion for social justice and human rights, combined with your strategic leadership experience, will be vital in this role.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: Minimum undergraduate degree in Law.
• Professional Experience: At least 5+ years of post-admission experience.
• Certification: Unrestricted practising certificate (or the ability to obtain one before commencing).
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading a legal team and providing high-level advice on complex workplace law matters.
• Strategic Direction: Ability to guide the strategic direction of a legal office and make informed business decisions.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and sensitivity towards individuals from diverse socio-economic and CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) backgrounds.

Join a team of passionate, diverse, and like-minded individuals committed to creating accessible justice and providing best practice services in our specialist field.

If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Human Resources at (08) 6148 3648 or by email [email protected] using the subject line: Principal Lawyer - Workplace enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

Circle Green is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and supports all individuals. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, people from the LGBTIQA+ community, and people with disabilities.