senior lawyer.

• Are you passionate about helping others
• A deep appreciation and respect of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural needs.

Our client is seeking an experienced Lawyer looking to make a career move into a senior role to join its team in the North West of Tasmania. The focus of the role will be to lead the criminal law practice within the region, and provide culturally appropriate legal advice and representation to clients in a broad range of matters.

About You:

• A minimum of 5 years experience in criminal practice and procedure, with substantial experience in appearance work in the Magistrates Court. Experience in the Supreme Court is preferred but not essential.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring and supervising staff, including junior lawyers.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others and foster a positive team environment.
• An understanding of the social issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to relate to a wide variety of people.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills, demonstrating a history of maintaining positive and effective partnerships.

About The Offer:

• This is a rewarding opportunity to join a forward thinking and inclusive organisation who is focused on making a difference, where it really matters.
• A competitive salary is available, plus access to salary packaging of up to $18,550 (increasing your take-home pay).
• The team also enjoys flex time benefits, and generous leave provisions.
• Assistance with relocation costs or a sign-on bonus may also be provided.

Requirements:

• Must be a Registered Legal Practitioner in Tasmania.
• The selected candidate will undergo a National Police Check and must apply for a Working with Vulnerable Persons registration.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is essential, as the role entails travel throughout Tasmania.

If you would like further information about the role or a copy of the position description, contact Heather Smith on 0436 481 226 or email heather.smith@randstad.com.au.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.