Practice Manager Crime

Job Description

Practice Manager Crime – Senior Solicitor – Criminal Law Ongoing – Full Time Legal Officer Grade V (between $149,906 - $152,845 plus super & annual leave loading) Location – Dubbo About us Legal Aid NSW helps people with their legal problems. We provide assistance in most areas of criminal law, family law, and everyday civil law legal issues. We give legal advice, help at court, and offer family dispute resolution services. About the role Provide legal advice and representation to clients of Legal Aid NSW, including in more complex matters, in accordance with Legal Aid NSW policies and guidelines. Contribute to the implementation of Legal Aid NSW’s mission to deliver high-quality legal services and assist clients in resolving their legal problems. Supervise and lead junior legal staff in achieving this aim. About you The right person for this role will be an experienced Criminal Law solicitor who can maintain a busy practice while supervising and leading other solicitors across various circuit courts. The successful applicant will be committed to delivering excellent customer service and demonstrate extensive knowledge of the criminal law jurisdiction in NSW. Experience as a criminal law solicitor is required, and some management experience is preferred. We may use this recruitment to create a talent pool for similar ongoing or temporary vacancies we have over the next 18 months for Dubbo location only . WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN LEGAL AID NSW! We are committed to diversity and inclusion We strive to create a culturally safe and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and others. We acknowledge and accommodate the diverse access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities. If you need assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please contact our team at Other benefits of working with us Additional leave benefits Access to training, development, and mentoring opportunities Flexible work arrangements The essential requirements for this role You must: be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before starting work be willing to undergo a Criminal Record Check and/or Working with Children Check hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or a valid visa to work in Australia possess a valid Drivers Licence and the ability to travel to circuit courts, including overnight travel for certain roles. How to apply You MUST submit your application online. Late applications or those submitted by email will NOT be accepted. Your application must include: your resume (no more than 5 pages) cover letter (no more than 2 pages). Outline your motivation for applying and how your skills are relevant to the role. Ensure your application is complete before submission.Applications Close: Sunday 23 February 2025 at 11:59PM Do you need help to apply? For questions about the role, contact the Hiring Manager – Steven Wright at If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and have questions, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch for a confidential conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr