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Form of workLooking for a remote adventure? Want to explore the Piblara’s stunning ancient natural landscapes? As a Solicitor you will play a crucial role in delivering high quality legal services across the Pilbara. Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of families and individuals in our remote communities.
Our Vision
The Pilbara Community Legal Service's (PCLS) vision is to empower the people of the Pilbara region to manage their lives effectively by providing accessible, equitable, responsible, and culturally appropriate advice, support, and advocacy.
What we do
PCLS is a not-for-profit, government funded community organisation that provides a range of free services which include:
- legal advice
- financial counselling
- tenancy advocacy, family violence, disability and redress advocacy and support services
- migration settlement and transition services.
Position duties and responsibilities
Working alongside the Principal Solicitor, you will be responsible for providing legal services, including:
- family law, care and protection matters,
- family violence restraining orders,
- criminal injuries compensation
- court representation,
- legal information and advice,
- casework, and
- community legal education.
Essential Selection Criteria
- Admitted to practice in WA, or working toward admission
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office programs and other software,
- High level interpersonal and written communication skills,
- A strong commitment to social justice,
- Great research and problem-solving skills through effective case management,
- Ability to travel within the region including overnight stays.
Why work for us
- Helping people in need,
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading,
- Generous salary packaging arrangements,
- Regular training, supervision, and development,
- Annual return flights to Perth on anniversary.
Eligibility Requirements
- Working rights within Australia
- Current C class Drivers Licence
- Current National Police Clearance
- Current Working with Children Check
- Full COVID 19 Vaccinations
How to apply
- Please click on the “Quick Apply” button
- Attach your CV/resume
- Attach a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria
Applications close midnight (WST) Friday 22 March 2024.
PCLS reserves the right to fill this position prior to the closing date should we identify a suitable candidate.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Statement
PCLS is passionate about embracing diversity and creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. PCLS encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity and sexual orientation to apply. We are a child safe organisation and have a zero tolerance of child abuse.
