Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) is committed to delivering quality, cost-effective legal services to financially disadvantaged Queenslanders. Our vision is to lead a fair justice system where everyone can understand and protect their legal rights. We are currently seeking a dedicated PO4 Lawyer to join Civil Justice Service practices in the areas of Anti-Discrimination law, Consumer Law (with an emphasis on credit, insurance, and disaster insurance), Disaster Insurance law, Employment law, Social Security Appeals and National Disability Insurance Scheme Appeals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by assisting vulnerable and disadvantaged clients across Queensland.

Job details

About the role:

As a PO4 Lawyer in the Civil Law Practice, you will represent clients in these areas, provide legal advice and assistance statewide, and manage casework and advocacy in courts and tribunals. You will also contribute to policy and law reform initiatives and support team members with Civil Justice Services enquiries.

What we're looking for:

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Have knowledge and experience in at least one of the following areas: Consumer Law (credit, insurance, disaster insurance), Anti-Discrimination Law, Employment Law, or Social Security Appeals.
• Be experienced in independently representing clients, instructing counsel, and appearing in courts, tribunals, and mediations.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including clients with complex needs, using trauma-informed practice principles.
• Demonstrate a commitment to LAQ's values of Social Justice, Respect, Quality, Cost Effectiveness, and Accountability.

Mandatory requirements

• Admission or eligibility for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland.
• Eligibility for a current unrestricted practising certificate and entry in the High Court Register of Practitioners.

Why join us?

As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:

• A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours)
• Generous salary packaging
• Employer super contributions of 12.75%
• Flexible working hours
• Study leave for approved work-related courses.

Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/About-us/Careers

How to apply:

Submit your application online via Smartjobs by providing:

• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the success criteria, in line with the key responsibilities.
• Your resume/CV.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
  Application Kit
  
  LAQ Information Kit for Applicants (PDF, 448KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Position description - PO4 Lawyer (Civil) (PDF, 145KB)
  Role Description