Early Careers Specialist

Help shape the future of VLA’s workforce through developing and managing our student, graduate, new lawyers and other pathways programs.
Full time ongoing position (part time considered)
Salary: $97,922 - $122,400 + super + up to $15,900 in salary packaging
Hybrid WFH & office model within a supportive team
About the role:The Early Careers Specialist leads VLA's work to attract, engage and develop VLA's future talent - particularly through delivering our Pathways Programs for Clerks, Graduates and New Lawyers. Part of the Strategic Resourcing Team, you will develop and manage an Early Careers Framework for VLA, including innovative and effective strategies to attract and nurture new talent groups.The role collaborates widely across VLA to support VLA to build a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the clients we serve and delivers legal assistance where Victorians need it most.
On a day-day basis you will:
Engage stakeholders (both internal and external) to attract, engage, select and onboard new talent to VLA
Act as a brand ambassador of VLA externally - including organising and presenting with confidence at external events e.g. Universities, Careers Fairs and hosting events at VLA
Work with others across VLA, including direct contact with People Business Partners, executives, senior lawyers and our learning and teams to organise engaging functions and programs for students, and coordinate host placements for our pathways participants
Design and deliver innovative engagement programs, campaigns and promotions to provide prospective candidates with insights into the Legal Assistance sector, and the career opportunities we offer. Proactively engage with community groups and networks to promote VLA as an employer to key groups who may not otherwise consider a career with us
Work collaboratively across our People and Workplace Services, professional Legal Education and Legal services management teams to design, project-manage, organise and lead VLA's Pathways programs
Identify and proactively manage emerging talent
The team are based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country, although we're happy to discuss being based at any of VLA offices across Victoria.
About you:As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
Experience in a similar role, preferably in legal, government or within a complex organisation
Strong collaboration skills, with demonstrated experience in working across multiple teams
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work proactively with senior stakeholders internally and at universities
Problem solving skills and a willingness to take ownership
Excellent candidate management experience and focus
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 1200 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.
Benefits:
Focus on work-life balance including Hybrid work from home & office model, flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 week's leave p.a.
Training and professional development opportunities
Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing
Opportunity to join Myki Commuter Club (and salary package the cost)
Wellbeing support including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families
Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office)
How to apply:To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and a cover letter addressing key selection criteria.
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 Brie Muston, Strategic Resourcing Manager on (03) 9280 3***.
Applications close by 11.59pm on Monday 29 January 2024.
Other relevant information:It is 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.