Principal Legal Officer

3 days ago

Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia Hunthem Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Principal Legal Officer (PLO) - 6 MONTH FTC - Possible permanency for the right person

Location: Broken Hill, New South Wales

Employment Type: 6 month FTC ; Full-Time (38 hours per week, Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:06 p.m.)

Award Level: SCHCADS Award 2010, Level 6–7


About the Organisation

A community-based legal service dedicated to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are victims of family violence and/or sexual assault. Join a government funded organisation, in which their work focuses on delivering culturally appropriate, free legal and support services, along with community education programs aimed at promoting safety, justice, and empowerment.


About the Role

The Principal Legal Officer (PLO) is a key member of the Executive Management Team, responsible for leading and managing the Legal Services division. This role oversees a team of legal professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal assistance and the implementation of strategic and operational initiatives that support the organisation's mission.

The PLO will also play a pivotal role in community legal education, law reform, advocacy, and the preparation of submissions, ensuring strong representation across these areas.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Legal Services team.
  • Manage and support solicitors, senior solicitors, paralegals, and legal assistants.
  • Oversee the delivery of culturally appropriate legal services to clients.
  • Lead the coordination of Community Legal Education (CLE) programs.
  • Contribute to law reform activities, including research, policy submissions, and advocacy.
  • Work collaboratively with the CEO and Executive team to advance organisational goals.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, government departments, and community organisations.
  • Ensure compliance with all professional, ethical, and legal obligations.
  • Travel as required to other service locations across regional NSW.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws and admission as a legal practitioner in New South Wales.
  • Eligible to hold (or currently hold) a Principal Legal Officer Practising Certificate from the NSW Law Society (unrestricted).
  • Minimum of 5+ years post-admission experience (PAE) with demonstrated leadership in a relevant legal or community sector environment.
  • Current open driver's licence.
  • Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain one).
  • Willingness to undergo a National Police Check.

Skills and Attributes

  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a culturally safe manner.
  • Commitment to social justice and community empowerment.
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to manage competing priorities.

What's on Offer

  • A leadership role making a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
  • Supportive and values-driven workplace culture.
  • Competitive salary in line with SCHCADS Award 2010, Level 6–7.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.

APPLY ONLINE NOW with an up to date copy of your resume, to be considered for an interview, or, call for a confidential discussion.

Emma Barber

Hunthem Recruitment

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