Research Lawyer

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Justice and Equity Centre Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Ground-breaking truth-telling project
  • Identified position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • 12 month fixed term contract with possible extension
  • Full time or part time (minimum 3 days per week)
  • Sydney-based, with flexible working supported

The Justice and Equity Centre is a leading social justice law and policy centre. We build a fairer, stronger society by helping to change laws, policies and practices that cause injustice and inequality.

We offer a diverse and inclusive workplace where:

  • Wellbeing is actively promoted and flexibility is supported
  • We are committed to the professional development of our staff
  • Advantageous salary packaging options are available

Towards Truth is a groundbreaking and award-winning collaboration between the JEC and the Indigenous Law Centre (ILC) at UNSW, building a comprehensive database and website that tells the story of how laws and policies have impacted the lives of First Nations people from 1788 to the present day.

The Legal Researcher will support the day-to-day implementation of the project with legal and policy research and by drafting plain English summaries of law and policy for the database/website. Additionally, you will:

  • Research and analyse specific areas of law and policy and their impact on First Nations people
  • Review research and material entered into the database by pro bono lawyers and interns
  • Develop and review research requests for pro bono lawyers and interns under the direction of the Research Manager
  • Work with subject matter experts to inform and review the research.

The ideal candidate will be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who holds a law degree and is committed to truth-telling. You will also have:

  • Demonstrated research and analytical skills
  • Strong written communication skills with attention to detail and the ability to write clearly for a non-legal audience
  • Demonstrated organisational skills and an ability to meet deadlines

This position is open only to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. It is intended by the JEC as a special measure to promote substantive equality, given particularly the underrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the legal profession.

If you would like to be a part of a bold, ambitious and unique First Nations truth telling project, please send your resume along with a covering letter and responses to the knowledge, skills and experience section included in the position description.

Inquiries should be directed to Anna Harding via

Please send your application to , including Research Lawyer / Legal Researcher in the subject field. There is no closing date for applications. We encourage you to contact us to discuss the role and submit an application as soon as possible.

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