Buscojobs | Solicitor
Vor 7 Tagen
Solicitor (Employment Law and Workplace Sexual Harassment and Discrimination)
Gold Coast Community Legal Centre – Southport QLD
We are looking for an enthusiastic solicitor, eager to learn, to join our diverse team at the Gold Coast Community Legal Centre.
By joining our team, you will be involved in working within our employment law and workplace sexual harassment and discrimination team to provide free legal services to clients on the Gold Coast experiencing issues in these areas of law.
Working as a solicitor at our Centre involves assisting clients who may be facing vulnerabilities and disadvantage, with no other means to be able to access legal services.
Our services are provided free of charge to clients, meaning you are helping provide access to justice and using your legal skills to assist our local community.
In addition to direct client work, this role will involve networking with stakeholders within this area, helping collaborate and working in a holistic manner with our internal social work team and external referral pathways.
This position is a short-term 6-month contract ending no later than 30 June 2025.
Depending on funding beyond 30 June 2025, there may be the possibility of extension.
We are seeking a solicitor who has a degree of knowledge of employment law, with an eagerness to learn more, but are happy to accommodate the right person if they are still on a restricted practicing certificate.
QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES
Bachelor of Laws Degree Holder of / ability to apply for a practicing certificate which entitles you to practise as a solicitor in Queensland (either restricted or unrestricted practicing certificate) Experience in employment law preferred ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Have a strong client service focus and commitment to working with vulnerable and disadvantaged clients Commitment to understanding the legal and social issues that impact on access to justice The ability to work collaboratively with fellow staff and volunteers to ensure all services are delivered in a consistent and holistic manner Have knowledge of organisational programs, policies and activities Have knowledge of the role of the organisation, its structure and services Undertake a range of functions within the organisation requiring the application of a high level of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation's goals, mission and values Set priorities and monitor work flow in your area of work Provide reports on progress of activities as required Exercise a high level of written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Otherwise undertake duties and exercise knowledge, skills and experience in your employed area of law DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Working within the area of employment law and workplace sexual harassment and discrimination law Provision of legal advice, legal task assistance, representation and ongoing casework services, together with information and referrals, including: the provision of legal advice via face to face, video and telephone services, as well as other means as required the identification and provision of legal task assistance including drafting, settling and preparing letters and other documents, making telephone calls and undertaking other liaisons on behalf of clients identification and carriage of ongoing casework and representation including: drafting, settling and preparation of letters and other written communications drafting, settling and preparation and completion of forms, applications and other documents effecting negotiations for and on behalf of clients including but not limited to liaison and negotiation with government agencies, nongovernment service providers, professionals and other stakeholders effecting representation of clients including appearing before various Courts, Tribunals and Commissions undertaking other casework tasks aimed at the provision of ongoing legal services the provision of information and referrals that seek to ensure that clients are provided with a holistic service, including to establish and maintain an up to date knowledge of key referral points; identify key referral needs of clients, and link clients to those referral points Provision of other direct client services, as required Community legal education, awareness raising, promotional work, networking and related activities If required, identify, initiate, organise, provide and deliver community education, awareness raising, publicity / promotional and related activities, including: talks, presentations, workshops and other group activities stalls meetings other activities as required via face to face, online or other mechanisms To develop, maintain and strengthen the Centre's professional and organizational networks and relationships within the employment law and workplace sexual harassment and discrimination areas as required, including through: attendance and active participation at regular professional and other networks attendance and active participation at ad hoc networks and events working co-operatively and in collaboration with other organisations to provide effective services and improve service responses for the benefit of members of the community who are disadvantaged and facing employment law and workplace sexual harassment and discrimination issues Ensure advices and files are kept are in accordance with the Centre's Risk Management Guide Support the Centre's clinical legal education programs by working with students as requested To attend and participate in Centre team meetings including: professional staff meetings other meetings as required Ensure compliance with the requirements of professional indemnity claims prevention procedures and insurance requirements, and undertake miscellaneous administrative duties for the purpose of professional indemnity and insurance requirements Have a comprehensive knowledge of GCCLC policies, procedures, guidelines and quality assurance standards as they may exist from time to time Co-operate with other staff members to assist with the smooth operation of the day to day activities of the organisation Assist with internal housekeeping needs Please provide your resume and a 2-page cover letter setting out the following:
Your background as a solicitor Your experience in employment law Any experience in community law centres What skills you have to bring to this team Please submit your application to Tanya Diessel at
gcclc.org.au #J-18808-Ljbffr
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