Solicitor

Join this well respected community organisation in their legal team as a SolicitorOur Client: Our client is a respected community legal organisation providing culturally appropriate and trauma-informed legal and support services.
With a focus on vulnerable and at-risk individuals and families, the organisation delivers client-centered assistance in complex and sensitive legal matters, aiming to make a tangible impact across urban, regional, and remote communities throughout Queensland.
The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and committed Solicitor with an unrestricted practising certificate to join a dynamic legal team.
Working within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, you will provide high-quality legal representation and advice to vulnerable clients across a range of matters.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Delivering legal advice, casework, and court representation in areas such as family law, child protection, domestic and family violence, and victims' assistance.
Managing a varied and rewarding caseload, often involving sensitive and complex legal issues.
Engaging in community legal education (CLE) activities to inform and empower communities on legal rights and processes.
Collaborating closely with Family Advocate Support Workers, paralegals, and other support staff to ensure holistic client outcomes.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with legal, ethical, and organisational standards.
Actively participating in regional outreach and community engagement initiatives as required.

Your Skills & Experience: To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland and eligibility for or current possession of an Unrestricted QLS Practising Certificate.
Demonstrated experience in family law, child protection, or domestic and family violence matters.
Ability to deliver legal services in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-focused manner.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with vulnerable and diverse client groups.
A valid QLD Open Driver Licence and willingness to travel to regional and remote communities as needed.
A current (or ability to obtain) Blue Card and National Police Clearance.

The Offer: This is a rewarding full-time role offering above award salary, salary packaging benefits, and meaningful legal work that makes a real difference.
You'll join a supportive team, gain exposure to diverse cases, and have opportunities for professional development and travel across Queensland.
To ensure compliance with Australian employment law, this role is only open to candidates who possess either the right to work in Australia, permanent residency, citizenship status or visa status.
How to Apply: To apply online, click 'apply' at the top of this page, or contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Virginia Sharpe on 07 4051 9*** or ********@cbcstaff.com.au for a confidential discussion.
At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility.
All communication with CBC Staff Selection is managed in a highly confidential manner, and your details will not be shared with any future employer without your prior consent.
CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment With over 36 years' recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing professional, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville and Mackay region) as well as Regional Queensland.
Job Reference:1644550/VS

Make a real difference in the community services space
Competitive salary on offer
Cairns based role

---