• Port Lincoln
• Salary: $160,000 per annum plus a generous relocation package
• Full Time – 8.30am to 5.06pm, Monday to Friday
• Excellent Conditions & Salary Sacrificing opportunities

Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (SA) – (FVLSAC) – is a community legal service assisting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victims - survivors of family violence and/or sexual assault in the state of South Australia. We work with families and communities, providing face to face and/or telephone legal advice to our clients. We have offices in Port Augusta, Port Lincoln and Ceduna and provide services to these areas and surrounding communities. FVLSAC also provides client support services and community legal education.

Are you looking for a fulfilling legal career where you can make a real difference? Join the Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (FVLSAC) as a Principal Legal Officer (PLO) and take a lead role in providing crucial legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by family violence. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an important cause, while also living in one of South Australia's most idyllic coastal towns.

About the Role:

As the Principal Legal Officer, you will oversee all aspects of legal practice, ensuring high-quality legal advice and representation for clients. You will lead a team of dedicated solicitors, contribute to strategic initiatives, and represent FVLSAC at key forums. This is a senior leadership role with a broad range of responsibilities, making it a highly rewarding position for the right candidate.

Why Port Lincoln?

Port Lincoln is a place of rugged natural beauty, with endless beaches, ancient landscapes, and bountiful seafood. It's a vast natural playground where wildlife looms large at every turn. Whether you're an adventurer or someone who enjoys tranquil coastal living, Port Lincoln offers a unique lifestyle surrounded by nature, culture, and opportunity.

Relocation Benefits:

For the successful candidate, we offer a comprehensive relocation package, which includes:

• A housing subsidy of up to $450 per week
• Two return flights per annum to the nearest capital city of your home location
• Up to $10,000 to cover relocation expenses

To qualify the employee must relocate from outside of Port Lincoln.

This is your chance to take on a leadership role while enjoying the perks of coastal living and being part of a community that values your contribution.

Essential Criteria:

• Unrestricted current Practising Certificate for South Australia (or transferable from another Australian jurisdiction)
• Minimum five years post-admission experience in Australian jurisdictions, with a focus on family law
• Experience supervising legal staff and contributing to their professional development

If you're ready to embrace this fulfilling role and lead a team in one of Australia's most beautiful locations, we encourage you to apply!

HOW TO APPLY

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Please contact Atheana Bitmead, Corporate Services Manager by email at [email protected] using the subject line: Principal Legal Officer - Port Lincoln enquiry via EthicalJobs, for further information and to obtain a copy of the Job and Person Specification.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.