Principal Lawyer

In this unique role in our Mt Isa Office, you will represent legally aided clients in family, criminal, or civil law matters, including child protection cases.
You will also have the opportunity to work on high-level law and policy reform submissions, contribute to Legal Aid Queensland's strategic planning process, and provide advice to head office about issues in your community.
An important aspect of this role is establishing and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders in the justice system to identify legal needs in the community and collaborate to deliver services that help meet those needs.
It is a challenging and diverse role that offers a capable professional the chance to utilise their management and community engagement skills while continuing to provide legal services to clients.
The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following: Lead, monitor, and report on the operational performance of the team and ensure compliance with all professional and corporate responsibilities.Manage a team of professional and administrative staff including the provision of performance management and feedback, recruitment, conflict management, leave management, and other human resource activities.Support the ongoing development of all team members through the provision of team induction, on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring.Help and guide staff within the team, Legal Aid Queensland lawyers statewide, and external legal practitioners regarding particular cases, Legal Aid Queensland processes, and referral pathways.Develop and implement the office business plan and contribute to strategic and operational planning.Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders in the justice system and allied sectors, represent the agency at stakeholder meetings, and regularly liaise with counterparts from other agencies and organisations.Collaborate with local community organisations and legal service providers to deliver services and provide community legal education.Ensure new initiatives and programs are effectively implemented and supported.You will have: Extensive experience in the conduct of criminal, family, and/or civil law matters.
You are committed to self-development and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the law and precedents.Understanding of the organisation's objectives and alignment of operational activities accordingly.
You review office performance and focus on identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
You have experience coordinating activities and implementing strategies that improve legal service delivery to disadvantaged people.Experience managing a multidisciplinary team.
You contribute to the professional development of others, including providing clear guidance, constructive feedback, and mentoring.Ability to represent the office effectively in public forums.
You can build and sustain relationships with a network of key people internally and externally.What we offer you: 36.25 hrs per week (full-time hours)12.75% employer super contributionsGenerous salary packaging availableStudy leave for approved work-related courses. #J-18808-Ljbffr