Senior Lawyer

A Career with Meaning and Balance

You've seen senior lawyer roles before — but this one stands apart. Here's how:

Genuine work-life balance: 35-hour work week, 4 weeks annual leave + 5 grace days, and flexibility to work from home when appropriate

Well-being prioritised: Paid access to external professional supervision and structured support for mental health

Modern and innovative: Brand-new Parramatta office

Community-first impact: Outreach-based legal work in courts, libraries, prisons, and refuges across Western Sydney

Career growth: Strong professional development budget and encouragement to attend legal conferences, plus opportunities to mentor students and early-career lawyers

About Western Sydney Community Legal Centre (WSCLC)

Western Sydney Community Legal Centre (WSCLC) is not your average legal practice. We are a community-first, impact-driven legal service based in Parramatta covering one of the most diverse regions in NSW.

With a team of lawyers and tenant advocates, we don't just offer legal advice — we go where the need is. That includes courts, libraries, community centres, prisons, and migrant hubs — meeting people where they are, not just behind a desk.

We've secured a new modern open office with cutting edge technology

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking legal centre, backed by passionate leadership and a workplace culture that supports career sustainability, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Learn more: www.wsclc.org.au

Role Overview

Western Sydney Community Legal Centre is looking for a full-time Senior Lawyer based in Parramatta, NSW.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this role suits an experienced and independent legal practitioner with 5+ years' PAE, ready to work autonomously while contributing to mentoring and outreach efforts.

What This Role Involves:

• Delivering legal services in civil, criminal, and/or family law (Local Court and duty list appearances)
• Taking the lead on employment law matters (strongly preferred, but not essential)
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff, PLTs, and law students
• Participating in outreach programs across libraries, prisons, courts, and refuges
• Building referral pathways and engaging with community stakeholders
• Leading or contributing to community legal education and systemic advocacy
• Supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and a fast-moving legal environment

Does This Sound Like You

This is not a desk job, billing numerous hours. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people. You should feel comfortable walking into a community hall or library, striking up conversations, and inviting people to engage. You'll also bring proven experience delivering top-quality legal advice and representation. Your ability to build trust and make our services feel approachable will be key to your success in this role.

You Will Be Highly Valued with:

• A background in employment law
• Experience with culturally and linguistically diverse communities
• Confidence in changeable environments and strong IT competency
• Ability to build rapport with vulnerable clients and frontline partners
• Passion for advocacy, outreach, and making the law accessible

The Benefits

• Salary of $125,000 + super + salary packaging
• Work-line balance at its finest with a 35-hour work week
• 4 weeks annual leave + 5 additional paid grace days
• Flexible work-from-home options and a brand-new modern office in Parramatta
• Paid external professional supervision and strong well-being practices
• Reimbursement for petrol and travel to outreach sites
• Professional development funding and support to attend conferences
• Relocation support available for the right candidate

This isn't just a senior lawyer role — it's a chance to use your skills for lasting impact, while working in a healthy, modern, and values-led environment.

If you're ready to be part of a transformational community legal centre that's reshaping access to justice in Western Sydney, we'd love to hear from you

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