Paralegal, Criminal Law Practice

2 days ago

Redfern, Australia Aboriginal Legal Service Full time

Passionate about making a positive impact for First Nations People?
- Increase your take-home pay & reduce tax with our salary packaging.
- $64,853 - $77,012 - Relative to your previous experience

**Job: 1060264 | Full-Time | Fixed term | Redfern, NSW**

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

**What Will You Do?**
In this role, you will be an integral and valued member of a highly skilled and high-performing Criminal Law Practice. The Supreme Court Bails Paralegal will support Solicitors in delivering legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, handling admin tasks and liaising with legal professionals. This role ensures the smooth running of Supreme Court bail matters through strong coordination and client support. You will:

- Appearing at the Supreme Court Bail call over and preparing the list of matters to be heard.
- Liaise with Police, Public Defenders, Solicitors, Court Staff, Corrective Services other ALS staff members and stakeholders for specified tasks as requested by solicitors including sending briefs, confirming dates, making appointments.
- Assist the Crime Administration team with managing the Redfern reception area and operate the office phone system between the hours of 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and providing secretarial support services to Criminal Law Solicitors when required.
- Prepare correspondence, briefs of evidence, subpoenas, affidavits, court reports and other documents using MS Office
- Uphold ALS policies, promote cultural respect, and collaborate with team members to deliver ethical, client-focused services.

**Who Are We Looking For?**
A highly skilled and motivated individual with a thorough understanding of the cultural, social, and historical needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will be able to demonstrate:

- Experience as a Paralegal or current law student, with strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and social needs, with a commitment to social justice and culturally appropriate conduct.
- Strong communication and phone skills, with experience using switchboards and working both independently and in a team.
- Proven computer proficiency in MS Suite and a minimum 35 wpm typing speed.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple tasks under limited supervision
- Desirable: Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or have experience in legal or Aboriginal community-based organisation.

**Why Join Us?**
At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:

- Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
- Career and professional development opportunities

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