Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 17th May 2022
- Melbourne > West Melbourne
The Senior Lawyer in the generalist service will work with all MHLC staff, with particular attention to the generalist clinic and the Mental Health Tribunal (MHT) advocacy service. The role forms part of the leadership team at MHLC. This will include providing timely telephone advice, representation at MHT hearings, casework in accordance with the advice and casework guidelines, community and professional legal education and input into relevant legislative reform and campaigns. This role requires excellent organisational and communication skills. It will also require an understanding of the framework within which all the projects are being measured and reported, and a commitment to transparency and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with exceptional organisational skills, leadership skills, energy and vision. The position is funded by the Attorney General and subject to project funding.
A core part of the Senior Lawyers role will be to ensure that the project targets as listed and identified in the project agreements are delivered within project plans and reported to the Principal Lawyer.
A position description is attached.