Senior Lawyer

We exist so that rights are known and acted upon and communities are fairer.

ARC Justice is an independent, for-purpose, human rights organisation that incorporates the Loddon Campaspe Community Legal Centre, the Goulburn Valley Community Legal Centre and Housing Justice.  We have offices in Bendigo and Shepparton and work with people in regional and rural Victoria who experience disadvantage relating to their housing, family, relationship, consumer, economic, social and civil rights.

About the role

The primary location for this position can be at either of our Community Legal Centres (Bendigo or Shepparton).

The role provides legal assistance to private and social housing renters in the area of tenancy law, with a focus on preventing evictions and ensuring renters have access to healthy and sustainable housing. 

In this role you will work closely with Social Workers and Housing Advocates.  Support from our other legal teams for intersecting legal issues to deliver long-term and sustainable financial, legal and social help to renters, leading to better housing and broader life outcomes. The integrated team works closely with our disaster-focused Community Engagement Officers and will be a key element of building our capacity to respond to climate related legal need.

This role will appeal to someone who likes to proactively network, be involved in community engagement and contribute to the design of statewide rental services.  You will have opportunities to identify and respond to systemic issues strategically pursuing law and policy reform.

What's in it for you?

• Salary packaging
• Additional gifted leave at Christmas
• 17.5% leave loading
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Joining at an exciting time of significant growth and regeneration

To Apply

To be considered you must currently hold or be willing to obtain the relevant clearances and checks that are essential for this role.

To apply please submit a resume and cover letter outlining why you think you are suitable for this position.

For further information please contact Rebecca Edwards, Director of Legal Practice on 03 5445 0***.

A copy of the Position Description is available here.

Applications close Friday 26 April 2024.

ARC Justice recognises that social and cultural diversity is an integral and valuable component of Australian Society.  We acknowledge and respect cultural differences and embrace diversity within our organisation and the communities in which we work.

ARC Justice acknowledges First Nations people as the traditional and current custodians of the land upon which we work.  We respect that this land always was and always will be Aboriginal land.  Aboriginal sovereignty has never been ceded.  We pay our respects to Elders past and present, as well as all Aboriginal people who have fought and continue to fight for equality, self-determination, culture, country and community.

ARC Justice is a child-safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

What you bring

• Minimum of four years' experience (or equivalent) providing legal advice, casework and representation in the area of residential tenancies law.
• Experience in implementing, advancing and reporting on projects and programs with a strategic focus.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• An ability to engage with people with experience of trauma and disadvantage.