Women's Legal Services Leader

7 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $119,093 - $124,073

Job Opportunity: Leadership Role in Women's Access to Justice

We are seeking a skilled and experienced leader to join our team as Deputy Principal Legal Officer. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to grow into senior management while making a difference in women's access to justice.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality legal advice, casework & representation in complex matters
  • Supervise and mentor a team of 4 solicitors
  • Act as Principal Legal Officer when required
  • Lead community outreach and deliver legal education
  • Build relationships with stakeholders across legal, government & community sectors

About You:

  • You are a values-driven leader who thrives in dynamic environments and supports your team to succeed.
  • To be successful, you will have:
    • Admission as a solicitor in Australia + eligibility for an NT Practising Certificate
    • 4+ years post-admission experience in relevant practice areas
    • Experience (or strong interest) in DFSV, family law or child protection
    • Skills in trauma-informed, culturally safe practice, ideally with Aboriginal communities
    • Leadership and mentoring experience within a legal practice

Requirements:

  • Ochre Card (WWCC)
  • National Police Clearance
  • Manual Driver's Licence

About Our Organisation:

We provide specialist women’s legal services combining advocacy, law reform, and community education to create lasting impact.

Relocation support provided – we’d love to chat about life in the Big Rivers Region.

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