The Tasmanian Aboriginal Legal Service (TALS) is looking for a Senior Lawyer to join its Hobart team in Southern Tasmania.

The focus of the role will be to lead the criminal law practice within the region, support the operation & management of the office and provide culturally appropriate legal advice and representation to clients in a broad range of matters.

What we are looking for

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in criminal practice and procedure, with substantial experience in appearance work in the Magistrates Court and experience in the Supreme Court is required.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring and supervising staff, including junior lawyers.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others and foster a positive team environment.
• An understanding of the social issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Tasmania, and a deep appreciation and respect of their cultural needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to relate to a wide variety of people.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills, demonstrating a history of maintaining positive and effective partnerships.

 What we offer

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a forward thinking and inclusive organisation who is focused on making a difference, where it really matters.

A competitive salary range is available, plus access to salary packaging of up to $18,550 (increasing your take-home pay). Our team also enjoy flex time benefits, generous leave provisions and a 35hr working week.

The successful applicant will also be part of an out of hours telephone on-call roster, which attracts additional financial and other benefits.  

Assistance with relocation costs may be provided.

*New proposed Enterprise Agreement rates are subject to approvals.

Requirements

The successful candidate will need to be admitted as a Barrister or Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Tasmania, undergo a National Police Check and hold (or apply for) a current Working with Vulnerable Persons registration.  

How to apply

If you would like further information about the role or to obtain a copy of the position description (which contains the selection criteria), please contact Hannah Phillips on 0407 041 663 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Lawyer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their allies are strongly encouraged to apply for this role.