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Senior Civil LawyerVictoria Legal Aid • Geelong - Barwon area, VIC, AU
Senior Civil Lawyer

Senior Civil Lawyer

Victoria Legal Aid • Geelong - Barwon area, VIC, AU
13 hours ago
Job description
  • Full-time ongoing position (part-time considered) * Salary range : $113,668 - $131,153 plus super * Up to $15,900 in salary packaging, flexible hybrid work arrangement About the roleYou will act as a senior advocate by providing high-quality legal services, managing complex civil law case work and advocating in areas that affect people's rights. A key focus for this role will be mental health and disability law and providing high-quality legal services in the Mental Health Tribunal. Other areas of work may include tenancy, social security, National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and fines. You will also participate in community legal education and develop collaborative relationships between VLA and local stakeholders. Availability on Mondays and Tuesdays is essential, as these are key duty lawyer service days in the office. As a Senior Lawyer, you will also play a key role in developing the capability of our legal team through mentoring, supervision, and training of junior and senior lawyers. You will contribute your subject matter expertise to policy initiatives, law reform, and VLA projects, ensuring our services remain responsive to the needs of the community. This role is based at our Geelong office on Wadawurrung Country. Why Geelong? * The Geelong office is just over an hour drive from Melbourne and Ballarat. * All the amenities of a city, without the extended commute to work. * Residents in parts of Geelong and the greater region face some of the highest levels of disadvantage in Australia. * Exposure to multiple practice areas including summary crime, indictable crime, youth crime, child protection, family violence, and family law. * Opportunity to lead the delivery of community legal education and stakeholder engagement in the region. * Feel a sense of connectedness and community from working in regional Australia. About youAs our ideal candidate, you will possess : * Substantial knowledge or practical experience in civil law and relevant court and tribunal procedures with the capacity to work as an advocate and caseworker, particularly in the Mental Health Tribunal * Ability to provide strategic advice on legal and policy issues and positively engage with key partner agencies to appropriately manage referrals. * Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others and communicate with a diverse stakeholder group. * Strong interest and capability in providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members in enhancing their skills and knowledge in civil law. * A current unrestricted Australian practicing certificate which entitles you to practise in Victoria as a government legal practitioner (mandatory). * Entitled to practise in federal courts and courts exercising federal jurisdiction (entry on the High Court's Register of Practitioners). Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate. About VLAWe offer legal representation, family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy to those who need it most. With over 1500+ staff employed in 16 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 * A focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements * Hybrid work from home & office model * Generous leave benefits, including : * Three days paid seasonal leave (to be taken between Boxing Day and New Year's Day public holidays) * Paid gender affirmation leave * Five days both paid reproductive and fertility leave per calendar year * Annual 3% salary increase each December plus performance-related salary incentives * Attractive salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 PLUS Novated Leasing * Discounted annual Myki public transport passes * Individual learning and professional development opportunities, tailored to your role and career goals * Free annual flu vaccinations * Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counselling and access to a range of mental health and wellbeing resources. How to applyTo be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter. If you require adjustments 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, please review the attached position description or contact Marquita Nolan, Regional Manager on (03) 5226 5696 or recruitment@vla.vic.gov.au. No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 4 October 2026. Other relevant informationIt 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.
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