The PSA of NSW / CPSU, NSW Branch, represent employees in NSW Public Service and some organisations in the Federal system, including state owned corporations, universities and NDIS providers. 

Role Description

This full-time on-site role is for a Legal Officer/ Solicitor in the Legal Services team. The position reports to the Manager of Legal Services.

The Legal Officer will be responsible primarily for employment and industrial law matters including providing advice and representation to PSA/CPSU members in state and federal tribunals and court.

Qualifications and criteria

• A bachelor’s degree in law and valid practicing certificate
• Post admission experience of 1 – 3 years
• Legal experience in employment and or/ industrial law
• Experience in providing legal advice and representation; legal document preparation, and conducting legal research
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A commitment to unionism
• Experience within a union or non-profit organisation is beneficial.

The terms and conditions of employment are as per the PSA Staff Enterprise Agreement.