Graduate Solicitor – First Nations Targeted

15d ago , from Department of Communities and Justice NSW

Join the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office (CSO) Graduate Development Program

Invest in your career to become a trusted legal advisor

Located in Sydney CBD, with flexible work arrangements available - Presence in the office isrequired3-4 times per week.WearelocatedatParklinePlace, 252 Pitt Street, Sydney.

Classification Grade:Legal Officer Grade I-III

Salary: $93,413 - $106,182 p.a. (excluding employer’s contribution to superannuation and annualised leave loading)

Work type: Full-Time, 35 hours per week, temporary employment for up to 3 years

We are excited to receive applications from talented First Nations law graduates to join the CSO Graduate Development Program (for admitted solicitors).

Our intakecommencesin February 2027.

Our program

We offer a two-year graduate development program for admitted solicitorscomprisingrotations across various legal practice groups, with2placements specifically for First Nations graduates. These rotationsprovidean opportunity for admitted solicitors to develop their skills in advice writing,litigationand transactional work. Successful candidates will be provided with on-the-job training, which is complemented by a structured learning program. Candidates will also learn from highly experienced legal professionals and work on unique and varied legal matters.

About the role

We are looking for highly motivated First Nations law graduates who are looking to invest in their careers to become NSW Government’s most trusted legal advisors. As a Solicitor in the Graduate Development Program, you willparticipatein a two-year rotational program and gain meaningful legal experience working in three different legal practice groups. You will develop the skills and experiencerequiredto conductassigned legal matters as well asassistsenior solicitors in the conduct of their legal matters (advice,transactionand/or litigation).

Please be advised that mostpractice groups at the CSO regularly handlehighly sensitiveand potentially distressing photographic imagery, video,audioand other materials. This content may include graphic and explicit material that requiresa high levelof professionalism, emotional resilience, and discretion. The CSO provides professional wellbeing support toassist.





We acknowledge and recognise that some areas of the law may cause greater impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates and offer support throughout the placement as well as considering preferred practice groups.

Key Considerations:

A strong commitment tomaintainingconfidentiality and ethical standards is essential.

Applicants may work with content that may be disturbing or upsetting.

Emotional resilience and the ability to manage stress effectively are crucial for this role.

Support and resources are available to help manage the impact of exposure to sensitive content.

We encourage you to consider these factors carefully before applying. Your wellbeing and ability to perform at your best is of utmost importance to us.

To be eligible for the program, you must be admitted as a legal practitioner in NSW prior to the commencement of the program.

A recruitment pool may also be created from this recruitment process to fill similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

Completion of a law degree and practical legal training byJanuary2027froman accredited law school or completion of the Legal Practitioners Admission Board’s Diploma in Law Course.

Admission as a legal practitioner in NSW and eligibility to holdaNSW practising certificate prior to commencement in the program.

You must identify as First Nations

Why work for CSO?

The NSW Crown Solicitors Office (CSO) provides high-quality and cost-effective legal services to the NSW Government and its agencies. As a trusted legal advisor to the NSW Government, our principal role is to advise and represent agencies so that they can deliver policies,programsand projects in a lawful,effectiveand efficient manner.

We act with integrity and professional independence, guided by the government sector's core values. We are focussed on providing excellent client service and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

We provide employees with opportunities to learn,developand adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment. Additionally, First Nations employees may access further support through our First Nations Employee Network.

For more information about the CSO, clickhere.





CSO's commitment to diversity

AttheCSO, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce contributes to the success of ourorganisationand we are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects our diverse community.

We welcome and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and people from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and linguistically diverse people,veteransand other diverse communities.

We actively work to create a culturally safe and supportive environment and have programs and initiatives in place to support our solid commitment to reconciliation and First Nations employees.

Our commitment to flexible working

The CSO has adopted a teams-based approach to flexible working. We recognise that everyone hasdifferent needsand preferences, and our flexible work culture allows you to adapt your work routine to suit you.We’reall about flexibility, productivity and driving good client outcomes.

We have generous leave provisions available for our employees that acknowledge individual preferences and responsibilities including:

up to 20 days recreation leave and up to 18 days flex leave per annum

20 dayspurchasedleave annually

inclusive paid parental leave provisions of up to 16 weeks which can be taken flexibly within 24 months to support the birth, adoption, altruisticsurrogacyor permanent out-of-home care placement of a child

study time up to 4 hours per week

extended leave of up to 44 days after 10 years or up to 30.8 days after 7 years of service.

NAIDOC leave is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees toparticipatein cultural activities.

How we support health & wellbeing:

we offer an employeeassistanceprogram to support the wellbeing of employees in the workplace and in their personal lives, which also extends to familymembers. Specialised clinicians are available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.

coaching services are available for people leaders and executives to learn and implement best practices to manage their team’s wellbeing

we offer an annual Flu Vaccination program

we provide access to the Fitness Passport program – a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to staff and their families

we provide a proactive wellbeingsupervisionprogram to support employees working on sensitive matters.

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📌 Graduate Solicitor - First Nations (New South Wales)
🏢 Department: Torts Justice
📍 New South Wales