ABOUT THE NORTHERN COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE

The Northern Community Legal Centre (NCLC) is a dynamic not-for-profit community legal centre which operates in one of the fastest growing areas of Melbourne, and has a significant catchment including the Merri-bek, Hume and Mitchell Shire Local Government Areas. NCLC operates from a central office located in Broadmeadows with outreach clinics to other service areas. NCLC ensures services accessible to all the community by providing legal advice, education and referrals. However, NCLC recognizes that there are members of our community who suffer serious disadvantage and has prioritized marginalized people who have the least resources and ability to access legal assistance including; newly arrived and refugees; survivors/victims of family violence, young people, people with mental health issues, and have aligned our service delivery accordingly.

NCLC currently employs approximately 24 staff with a legal team of 11 Lawyers and a Senior Lawyer. Our main office is in Broadmeadows and we assist clients at a range of outreach locations.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Legal Practice Manager (Principal Lawyer) is responsible for providing leadership, management and oversight across the Legal Services, the legal practice and a number of key projects. The Legal Practice Manager also guides the strategic advocacy, law reform and policy initiatives of NCLC. The focus of the position is on developing and managing the legal practice and providing support and supervision to the legal staff and legal volunteers in coordination with the Senior Lawyer. The principal lawyer as well as ensuring legal compliance, risk management and quality assurance of the legal service is a key identifier of systemic legal issues and innovative responses.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a proven leader who is passionate about social justice. You must have at least five years legal practice experience and be eligible to hold a Principal lawyer practicing certificate in Victoria.

REMUNERATION

$113,778 - $118,263 depending on experience, plus employer funded superannuation.

BENEFITS

• Salary packaging including additional packaging available for meals/accommodation.
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave conditions.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including access for staff members’ immediate family.

For further information on the role, please contact Jenni Smith, CEO on [email protected] using the subject line: Legal Practice Manager / Principal Lawyer enquiry via EthicalJobs or 9310 4376.

A position description is attached.