The primary role of the RACS Solicitor is to provide legal assistance to people seeking asylum, refugees, people that are stateless and displaced, in an immigration setting; as well as contributing to RACS policy & law reform work. The position reports to a RACS Supervising Senior Solicitor.

RACS seeks a newly graduated solicitor that holds or is eligible to hold a NSW legal practicing certificate. Level 4 solicitor has less than 3 years legal experience/PQE or less than 2 years’ experience in the field of Refugee Practice or other relevant experience.

The RACS working environment can be high volume and the successful applicant must be skilled in managing time and priorities.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in a legal environment with knowledge of Australian immigration law and practice, particularly refugee law.
• Experience working with clients from torture & trauma backgrounds and or/ culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, including an ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a confident and a respectful manner.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage time and priorities effectively and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a diverse team.
• A commitment to refugee and human rights issues.
• A passion for law reform and advocacy work.

A position description is attached.