
Civil Law Solicitor
2 weeks ago
Civil Law Solicitor
Legal Officer Grade I-III
Tamworth
- Competitive salary range: $79,322 – $134,458 (plus super & leave loading)
Excellent career development opportunity in a supportive regional civil legal team
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities across Tamworth and surrounding regions
Temporary role until 30th June 2026
About us
Legal Aid NSW helps people with their legal problems. We can help people with most areas criminal law, family law and every day civil law legal issues. We give legal advice, help at court and do family dispute resolution. We can do this over the telephone or at one of our 28 offices.
About the role
As a Solicitor I–III, you will provide expert legal advice, minor assistance, and casework across a diverse range of civil law matters, including consumer law, mental health, human rights, employment, housing, immigration, social security, coronial inquests, and other areas as required.
This is a role that involves regular outreach work, so travel within the region is expected.
You'll be part of a close knit, supportive and committed team working to improve access to justice for vulnerable and disadvantaged clients.
About you
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed solicitor to join our Civil Law practice in Tamworth. Whether you are just starting out or bring years of experience, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients across the region.
You bring a strong commitment to civil law, along with professionalism, energy, and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in a dynamic environment, managing a varied and rewarding caseload while staying focused on access to justice.
Your ability to connect with people from all walks of life, especially those experiencing disadvantage, sets you apart.
About Tamworth
Tamworth is in the heart of NSW's New England region, approximately 5 hours' drive from Sydney CBD and 3 hours from Newcastle, on the stunning land of the Kamilaroi/Gomeroi people. There are plenty of beautiful walks, drives and local towns to explore. Tamworth offers cycle and walking paths, cafes, pubs and restaurants. It has a regional art gallery, museum, conservatorium of music, cinema and a thriving live music scene – and no, not just country music It's also well known for great vintage clothes shopping Beaches are just 3 hours' drive away – perfect for a weekend break. A weekend in Sydney isn't a problem – drive down after work on Friday or catch the plane. You'll be there in an hour.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN LEGAL AID NSW
We are committed to diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us. We strive to be a place where people from diverse backgrounds want to work, where voices and cultures are valued and where people feel valued, welcomed, respected and heard.
We want a workforce that reflects our clients, so we can deliver a service that meets the needs of the community. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
We acknowledge, support and accommodate the diverse access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities. If you need an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, or you'd like information about what we can do to help you, please contact our team at
Other benefits of working with us
You will have access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
We are an accredited Flex Ready and Carers and Employers certified employer and are recognised as leaders in flexible work. Some of our staff work flexibly — for example, from home some of the time or in a way that helps them balance family and work life
Find out more at Working at Legal Aid NSW
The essential requirements for this role
You must:
be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us
be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
live in NSW or willing to relocate to NSW
hold a valid NSW driver's licence
How to apply
Your application must include:
your resume (no more than 5 pages)
cover letter (no more than 2 pages). In your cover letter, please address the following 2 Targeted Questions:
Tell us about the skills and experience you bring to the role that are relevant to the provision of Civil Law services to people who experience persistent disadvantage
Tell us about the strategies you use or might use to manage a demanding workload working with clients with complex needs including in regional areas.
You MUST submit your application online. Applications received late or by email, will NOT be accepted.
Make sure your application is complete, and you have answered all questions before you submit.
We may use this recruitment to create a talent pool for similar ongoing or temporary vacancies in Tamworth over the next 18 months.
Do you need help to apply?
It's important to properly prepare before you apply for a role. Here is some other information to help you:
If you have questions about the role, you can contact the Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Axel Maire on or email:
If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have.
The Role Description sets out the responsibilities of the role.
The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate.
Applying for a role is a great NSW Government resource for helping you prepare your application.
Closing Date: Sunday 14th September 2025, 11.59pm
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