• ASO4 Salary range $81,743 to $88,215 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
• ASO5 Salary range $90,450 to $95,513 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
• ASO6 Salary range $97,187 to $110,711 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
• Full PBI salary packaging available – adds approximately $6K to your take home pay

Legal Aid is seeking Migration Agents to join our Migration Practice.

The Migration Team sits within the Civil Justice Practice and provides advice duty and representation services in relation to humanitarian visas and related matters.

These positions will be required to work at our office location, due to the in-person nature of our legal work.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Client Consultation: Provide immigration assistance at face-to-face interviews, virtual or by telephone as required
• Application Preparation: Provide information, referrals and minor assistance to clients including preparation and lodging of visa applications
• Documentation Assistance: Assist clients in gathering and organising required documentation, including forms, supporting evidence, and certifications
• Communication: Conduct migration and visa work on behalf of disadvantaged clients. Assist in the delivery of community legal education.
• Client Advocacy: Appear, as appropriate, for clients in applications and hearings before at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or Administrative Review Tribunal (ART)
• Legal Compliance: Stay up-to-date with changes in immigration laws, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and provide accurate advice to clients. Contribute as appropriate in the preparation of submissions and responses to law reform
• Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, fostering trust, confidence, and loyalty through exceptional service and personalised attention

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a statement of suitability against the selection criteria (max 2 pages) along with a current CV.

The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, and an offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

Further information is available from the position description or by contacting Derek Schild on 02 6243 3411.

A position description is attached.