Job Description
Join this progressive not for profit organisation as a Solicitor and continue to develop your skills in a supportive team environment.
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ABOUT MNCLC
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Mid North Coast Legal Centre (MNCLC)

is part of Advocacy Law Alliance Ltd.
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MNCLC is a not-for-profit community legal centre which provides civil law services in the local government areas of MidCoast, Port Macquarie – Hastings, Kempsey Shire, Nambucca Shire, Bellingen and Coffs Harbour. We have offices in Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour. This role is based in Coffs Harbour.
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MNCLC seeks to provide access to justice through a multidisciplinary approach that includes legal information, legal advice, advocacy and representation, policy and law reform and legal outreach across the geographic catchment area.
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This role is primarily responsible for the delivery of legal services.
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38-hour work week, Monday to Friday
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Permanent position based in our Coffs Harbour office
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Competitive salary under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award, Pay Point range *********, dependent on experience
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Up to 6 weeks' annual leave, plus 5 paid wellbeing days
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives
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Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
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Access to a company vehicle for work-related travel
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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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Supportive and rewarding team culture
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AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
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Key relationships
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Principal Solicitor
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Assistant Principal Solicitor
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Legal Services Manager
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Legal Practice
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Deliver high-quality legal advice and casework in line with the Centre's Legal Practice Manual and strategic priorities.
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Provide outreach legal services across MNCLC's catchment area.
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Model ethical, trauma-informed, and client-centred practice while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
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Mentor junior solicitors, volunteers, and students to build capability and confidence.
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Support the Assistant Principal Solicitor and Principal Solicitor in maintaining excellence in legal practice and service delivery.
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Assist in directing and supporting solicitors in the Coffs Harbour office to ensure consistent, high-quality legal services.
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Law Reform and Community Engagement and Education
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Develop and provide community legal education workshops in line with the Centre's strategic plan.
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Identify opportunities for community legal education, publications, projects, and engagement with allies and stakeholders, in pursuit of the Centre's strategic goals.
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Actively foster constructive relationships with clients, partners and community stakeholders through everyday interactions and engagement opportunities, strengthening the Centre's connection to community.
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Participate as required in preparation of law reform activities.
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Leadership, Planning and Compliance
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Support the Assistant Principal Solicitor to ensure coverage during staff absences.
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Be available to provide urgent phone advice for priority clients and support other duty rostered solicitors as needed.
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Foster a safe, inclusive environment by setting clear expectations and providing constructive feedback.
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Actively participate in planning, staff meetings, and organisational development activities.
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Champion initiatives that strengthen legal practice and service delivery.
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Ensure accurate recording of advice, casework, and service activities in AIIM.
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Comply with organisational policies, ethical standards, and accreditation requirements.
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Personal Responsibilities
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Uphold organisational values and maintain a people-first approach with staff, volunteers, and clients.
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Contribute to team cohesion and a positive work environment.
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Maintain strong relationships with partner organisations and the wider community.




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Deliver assigned tasks and objectives to a high standard and within agreed timeframes.
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Collect and report data to evaluate work outcomes.
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Protect and enhance the organisation's reputation.
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SELECTION CRITERIA
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Applications written or supported by AI tools often lack the personal depth we're looking for. We're curious about you, and we value authentic responses.
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Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.
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Current NSW practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain).
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Current NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel across the service area.
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Minimum 3 years' post-admission experience, with demonstrated experience in general civil law.
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Demonstrated commitment to social justice, including the ability to identify and respond to issues affecting disadvantaged clients and barriers to access to justice.
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Strong advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution skills, including experience in Local Court matters.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate in plain English with diverse communities, including First Nations people and people with disability.
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Well-developed interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships, work effectively in a team, and contribute to knowledge-sharing.
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Strong organisational, time management and file management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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As part of our government funding contract all staff are required to have a police criminal record check and clear working with children check prior to commencement.
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CALD, First Nations people and people with a disability are all encouraged to apply for this role. All applications will be assessed on merit against the selection criteria and in accordance with equal employment chance principles.
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For more information about MNCLC, see
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For more information about the position contact Jane Titterington on ************ or via email at
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📌 Solicitor (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 Mid North Coast Legal Centre
📍 Coffs Harbour