Solicitor I-III Crime

- AlburyLocation

- Legal Officer I-III -Salary range $93,413 - $138,492 + Super

- Ongoing Full-time

AboutLegal Aid NSW

We stand beside people when they need it most.

At Legal Aid NSW, fairnessisn’tjust a legal principle, it shapes everything we do - our culture, our services, ourworkplaceand our decisions.

Since 1979,Legal Aid NSWhasprovidedlegal advice, support and representation in criminal,familyand civil law, helping people across NSW navigate hardship and complex legal issues. Ourwork is challenging, but deeply meaningful.

The Albury Office

The Albury office of Legal Aid is located in downtown Albury. The office is a busy mixed practice including specialist services who provide legal services to vulnerable people in Albury and surrounding towns. Albury is a thriving regional centre sitting on the northern bank of the Murray River. Albury is an agricultural and transport hub with an abundance of parklands including its botanic gardens and recreational facilities along the meandering course of the Murray River. If you are looking for a tree change, Albury may be the change you are looking for!

About the Role

AsSolicitor Grade I-IIIyou’llprovide legal advice and representation to clients of Legal Aid NSW, includingdutyand caseworkservice, in accordance with Legal Aid NSW policies and guidelines in order to contribute to the implementationof Legal Aid NSW’s mission to deliverhigh-qualitylegal services to our clients and to assist them to resolvetheir legal problems.

About You

You are a client-focused legal practitionerkeen toprovidehigh-quality legal advice and representation in a complex and fast-paced environment. You havestrong communicationand interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds, including vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, and to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner.

You have sound organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and caseloads,



and a solid understanding of working within legislative,policyand practice frameworks. You are confident using legal technology and case management systems, adaptable to change, and committed to continuous professional development. You are passionate about access to justice and contributing to positive outcomes for clients through high-quality service delivery, communityengagementand collaboration.

Benefitsofworking at Legal Aid NSW

As an employee ofLegal Aid NSW,you will have access to and enjoy a variety ofsupport andbenefitsso you can thrive professionallyand personally.You’llloveour:

Flexible Working- we are a Flex Ready certified and Carers and Employers accredited organisation. We are leading the way in offering a variety of flexible working options to uniquely supportyourunique work life balance.

ProfessionalGrowth–as the largestlaw firmin NSWweoffera variety of opportunities to enhance your careerat every stage, throughregional graduate programs,PracticalLegalTrainingand work placements,mentoring,training, andsecondmentopportunities.

Work Health, Safety andWellbeing–withdedicatedprograms, training, resources, and respectful work practices, ourWellbeing Framework ensures yourphysical,mentaland psychosocialwellbeing matters, so youfeel supported,safeandholisticallywell.

We may use this recruitment to create a Talent Pool for similar ongoing or temporary vacancies we have over the next 18 months at the AlburyLegalAid office only.

Essential Requirements

- Be admitted or eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW





- Provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us

- NSW Drivers Licence

- Be willing to travel to regional and metropolitan offices asrequired

- Hold Australian or NZ citizenshipor Australian Permanent Residency(for ongoing roles) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary roles)

- Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment checks such as Working with Children Check,Criminal Record Check, and Conduct Service Check

Download the Role Description to explore the role in-depth.

Closing Date:Sunday 23/08/2026at 11.59pm

Your application is your chance to show whyyou’rea strong match for thisrole.

Pleaseprovide:

- A currentresume (up to5pages)

- A cover letter (up to 2 pages)addressingtargetedquestionsbelow

Targeted Question 1:Describe what attributes and experiencesyou havethat willassistyou to providehigh qualitycriminal law services to diverse communities.

Targeted Question 2:What motivates you to provide legal services to disadvantaged people in regional NSW?

We’rehere to help

Legal Aid NSW is committed to a recruitment process that is inclusive andbarrier free.

For accessibility support or recruitment adjustments, please contact Kriselle Leggett, Senior Recruitment Officer,

For information on Recruitment and Workplace Adjustments, visitAdjustments for individual needs | I Work for NSW.

For more information about the recruitment process and working at Legal Aid NSW viewourCandidate Information Pack.

For role specificenquiries, contactthe Senior SolicitorToni Mudditton,

For recruitment enquiries, contact the Talent Acquisition Teamon or

Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to connect with the Legal Aid NSW Aboriginal Services Branch for a yarn.

For guidance on preparingforinterviews, explorethe NSW Public Sector’s interactive Capability Application Tool.

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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📌 Solicitor I-III (Berrigan Shire Council)
🏢 Legal Aid Nsw
📍 Berrigan Shire Council