This recruitment process will be used to fill permanent, fixed term, full time and part time vacancies that may arise over a period of 9 months from the date of finalisation of the recruitment process. Fixed term appointments may be made with the possibility of extension/s and/or permanency.

About the role

This pool may be used to fill vacant solicitor positions in Legal Aid WA’s Criminal Law Division, Family Law Division, Civil Law Division, Early Intervention Services Division and any of our seven regional offices.

As a solicitor in one of these divisions/offices, you will undertake a range of legal work such as legal advice, discrete assistance, duty lawyer services, case work and representation, and community legal education in relation to criminal, family or civil law matters. These duties involve direct contact with clients at Legal Aid WA offices, courts, prisons, detention centres, hospitals and other outreach locations.

About you

Legal Aid WA is looking for applicants who:

• are strong advocates driven by the desire to deliver the best possible outcome for every client;
• are passionate about social justice and can work effectively with clients in crisis, including those experiencing family violence or entrenched disadvantage;
• possess high level communication and interpersonal skills to manage clients who may present with drug or alcohol issues, mental illness or impairment; and
• are able to work autonomously and as part of a team in high pressure situations that might be time sensitive.

Many of the available positions are well suited to entry level solicitors and present challenging, but rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development.

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. click here 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.  Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us.  You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on LinkedIn.

How to Apply

Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:

• A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
• A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role, with reference to the dot points in the ‘About You’ section above.

(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. 

To apply for this position you must have successfully completed an undergraduate Law degree and be admitted, or eligible for admission to practice in Western Australia, at the time of completion of this recruitment process. If you are not yet admitted but expect to be eligible to obtain a practising certificate by 31 October 2024, you are invited to apply.

Click the “Apply Now" button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au.  Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

For technical difficulties while applying online, contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 and quote recruitment ID number 914448. If you have any questions about the application process or do not have access to a computer with internet access, please contact [email protected].

Further information

Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. 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.

If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Katy McDougall, Director, Criminal Law Division on Tel: (08) 9261 6404 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Solicitor enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment.  For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit Jobs and Skills WA.

Diversity & Inclusion

A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services.  Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community. 

Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.  If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Janice Green on tel (08) 6373 5297 or email [email protected]

Pool conditions

As this is a pool, vacancies will be offered on a full-time or part-time permanent or fixed-term basis. This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation that arise within the term of the pool.  It is important to note that appointment to the pool is not a guarantee that you will be offered a term of employment.

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.

ATTACHMENTS:

- jdf - solicitor scl1or2.pdf