About Us

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is located in the heart of Sydney's creative and digital precinct. UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are known for our industry focus, practice-based teaching and learning, real world research and our location. With state-of-the-art campuses and facilities, we're preparing students to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.

The Faculty of Law has a reputation for teaching and learning innovation, world-class research and external engagement with the legal profession and wider community. The Faculty has a strong teaching focus, a dynamic research culture and a commitment to social justice and inclusion. The Faculty is home to the Anti-Slavery Australia centre (Anti-Slavery), the joint Faculty of Law and Faculty of Arts and Social Science Centre for Media Transition (CMT) and the joint UTS and UNSW Australasian Legal Information Institute (AustLII). Anti-Slavery Australia provides access to legal advice through the engagement of JM Burn Solicitor.

About the Role

The Anti-Slavery Australia team are recruiting for a Lawyer to join their team in a full-time capacity for a 2-year contract. The Lawyer is accountable for providing casework and advice, including complex casework, to survivors of modern slavery within a migration, human rights and legal framework, and supporting the running of the legal practice by developing procedures and contributing to law reform and other activities of the centre.

With examples, please outline in a separate document how you meet the following five (5) key selection criteria points:

• Ability to relate productively and sensitively to vulnerable and traumatised people, from a range of cultural backgrounds, in the provision of legal services.
• A high degree of adaptability and the ability to effectively problem solve when confronted with complex legal matters.
• Manage a large volume of client data and documentation in line with legal requirements, including ensuring the regular update and maintenance of client database.
• Demonstrated knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge, across a range of relevant legal areas such as human rights, international and domestic law, forced marriage, human trafficking, slavery, migration, family law and protection orders.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake and deliver comprehensive and accurate legal research, often within tight timeframes.

In addition to the above criteria, to be considered for a HEW 8 position, the incumbent must also be able to demonstrate the following additional criteria:

1. Current Unrestricted NSW Solicitors Practicing Certificate (or eligible to obtain)
2. At least five years' experience in migration law and practice
3. Experience in appearing/attending tribunal and court hearings
4. Experience in supervision and development of staff and/or volunteers or interns

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary: $100,695 to $129,017 pa (HEW 7/HEW 8 dependant on experience)

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and the appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 2 years.

How to Apply

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description attached below.

Please attach the following documents within your application:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Separate document outlining responses to only the above-mentioned key selection criteria
• Please note to be considered for a HEW 7 position, you must address the first five (5) criteria and to be considered for a HEW 8 position, you must respond to the nine (9) outlined selection criteria

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC263026 and your name

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Amelia Costain in the UTS Recruitment Team via recruitment@uts.edu.au using the subject line: Lawyer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia for the duration of the contract.

Accessibility

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In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact recruitment@uts.edu.au for assistance.

UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

A position description is attached.