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Job Description
- Fulltime position based on Gadigal Country in Glebe
- Up to $117K Super Salary Packaging
- Flexible friendly organisation WFH & parttime options available
Our Organisation
The Benevolent Societys vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children young people and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent nonreligious service provider which supports people to live life their way.
As part of The Benevolent Societys vision we are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic political and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the role
This is an exciting new opportunity for an experienced lawyer to join a dynamic friendly and fast paced team. The role will support the Assistant General Counsels to deliver high quality responsible legal advice that supports Benevolent to advance its organisational purpose having regard to the strategic direction and key focus organisational areas.
In addition to working closely with two experienced lawyers you will also have the opportunity to manage your own project.
Duties
- Assist with the provision of legal advice across multiple areas of law including service delivery and head office.
- Contract review and drafting.
- Assist with litigation matters.
- Legal project management.
Our Benefits
We support people to live their best life. That includes you our employee. A best life is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:
- Salary Benefits You can package up to $15900 pa of your pretax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated meaning you take homeeven more pay!
- Motor Vehicle Packaging Options to suit your lifestyle.
- Work/Life Balance Enjoy flexible work arrangements including hybrid home/office options.
- Recognition and Reward Sector competitive remuneration various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
- Wellness Stay fit with a Fitness passport utilise our Employee Assistance Program and even purchase additional leave.
- Professional Development We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment fulfilment and growth.
- Our Reconciliation Commitment Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave as well as the option to be a voice on reference networkinggroups the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.
Skills and Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in law.
- 2 years of postadmission experience with a current NSW Practising Certificate.
- Strong privacy law skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to be proactive multitask prioritise and meet deadlines (including supporting multiple stakeholders).
- Based in Sydney.
If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice one who offers provides and practices cultural safety in our workplace.
Interested Apply online today!
Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.
Contact Joanna Mooney onfor a friendly confidential discussion.
Employment Type
Full-Time
