What is the role?
This position suits an enthusiastic and dynamic lawyer who enjoys working with people experiencing disadvantage and assisting to create systemic change.
The successful applicant will be eligible to hold an NSW practising certificate and have at least 12 months of experience advising clients and/or conducting casework in relation to police powers, criminal law or general civil law.
Experience in running test cases, organising campaigns and activities and/or conducting media work aimed at achieving systemic reform would be an advantage.
The position will be predominantly within the Police Accountability Practice (3 days a week) with an optional additional day in the Generalist Practice which focuses on a range of generalist civil law areas, including advice and casework in discrimination, victims of crime applications and minor criminal law. The position will also provide initial advice and internal referrals to RLC’s main practice areas, including credit, debt and consumer law, employment law, tenancy and financial abuse.
Status: This is a short-term, part-time position to 30 June 2023, between 21 – 28 hours per week depending on the preference of the successful candidate.
Salary and benefits: $98,353.59 - $116,734.40 pro rata, depending on skills and experience
How to apply
Applications
Redfern Legal Centre does not use application forms. You should apply in writing for the position, addressing the selection criteria under separate headings. If you do not address the selection criteria, you will not be considered for the position.
You should include a resumé, setting out your personal details (name, address and contact details), education, previous positions and experience, and two/three referees (names, addresses and contact details).
Please send your application by email to recruitment@rlc.org.au and put the position title and your name in the email subject line.
View the selection criteria and detailed job description in the documents attached.
