- Two full time ongoing positions (part time considered)
- Salary based on experience, range: $107,991 - $119,989 (pro rata) plus super
- Attractive employee benefits including salary packaging and hybrid working
About the role: We are seeking applications from candidates interested in a career at Victoria Legal Aid and who want to contribute to improving the lives of disadvantaged Victorians in the role of Deputy Managing Lawyer (DML). In this position you will work with the Regional Manager to deliver day-to-day operational management and legal supervision to a dedicated team of Lawyers, primarily in Criminal, Family Violence, Family, Civil Law and/or Children's Court matters.Based at our Ballarat office, you will mentor staff and assist in the development and training of lawyers within the team. While people management is the primary focus of the Deputy Managing Lawyer role, you will also provide high quality legal services in more complex matters.Regional experience – How far is it to Ballarat?If you were interested in gaining regional experience, this is a great opportunity to help lead our service delivery and have exposure to working in a regional community. Ballarat is only 1hr 15-30 mins drive from Melbourne and Bendigo, or 1hr 15mins drive from Geelong. Many of our staff do not live in Ballarat and commute, with a few car-pooling or catching the train together from nearby cities, towns or even the West or Inner West of Melbourne. Our flexible hybrid working arrangements make a commute a lot more manageable.About you: These roles requires someone who is/has:
- An experienced Lawyer with an interest in people management and the ability to provide effective leadership, mentoring and support to members of your team
- Substantial knowledge and/or practical experience in complex matters and relevant court procedures
- High level interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, engage and communicate effectively and respectfully with a wide range of clients and stakeholders.
- A commitment to working collaboratively with others and fostering a cooperative and supportive team environment.
Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.About Victoria Legal Aid: We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1000 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.Employee benefits:
- Family friendly, flexible hybrid work from home & office model
- Discounted Myki under our 'Commuter Club' program
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment in modern offices
- Salary packaging which allows up to $15,900 of your salary each year to be tax free
How to apply: To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments).If you require adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.For further information review the attached position description or contact Melanie Rudolphus, Regional Manager on (03) 5329 6281.No agency applications will be accepted.Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 9 April 2023.Other relevant information: VLA employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. It is also a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community. VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first.
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