Senior Supervising Lawyer
2 days ago
Ruah Legal Services And Mental Health Law Centre is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia's community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.
Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA's biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.
By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.
About the RoleThe Senior Supervising Lawyer has a key leadership role in the practice, working in conjunction with the Principal Solicitor to oversee the provision of legal information, advice, and representation.
The primary focus of the role is the supervision and management of lawyers. In addition, the Senior Supervising Lawyer will carry a small caseload of more complex matters.
The role requires an experienced lawyer with a passion for integrated legal practice and staff supervision. This is a full-time fixed-term position for 12 months.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise and manage lawyers to ensure high-quality legal services are provided to clients.
- Carry a small caseload of complex matters, providing legal advice and representation as required.
- Work collaboratively with the Principal Solicitor and other team members to achieve the goals of the practice.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the practice.
- Provide guidance and support to junior lawyers to help them develop their skills and knowledge.
- Be admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Western Australia.
- Have at least 4 years post-admission experience in Family Law, Civil Law (Restraining Orders) or Care and Protection Law, and a willingness to practice in other areas including Administrative Law (Mental Health Tribunal).
- Demonstrated competence in advocacy before Tribunals and Courts.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to engage respectfully and effectively with clients experiencing complex trauma and other circumstances of vulnerability.
- High level written and oral communication and presentation skills.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills to manage workplace issues.
- Exceptional time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work co-operatively.
- Experience working in a community legal centre.
- Experience supervising legal staff.
- Experience with integrated approaches to legal practice which involve collaboration with non-legal support services.
- Salary up to $115,440 plus superannuation.
- An opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled team.
- A chance to work alongside supportive human beings who genuinely want the best for you and your career.
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flex to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months' service).
- Salary packaging up to $15,900.
- Annual allowance of $500 towards your professional development.
- An extensive learning and development program.
- Flexible working hours and office locations.
- Free, independent and confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more
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