Pool Recruitment
Criminal Law Division
This pool recruitment process will be used to fill permanent, fixed term, full time and part time vacancies that may arise up to 31 December 2022.
About the role
Working in the Criminal Law Division, solicitors at this level undertake a range of legal work. This includes research, case work, assistance, advice and representation and duty lawyer services. These duties involve direct contact with clients at Legal Aid offices, courts, prisons, detention centres and hospitals.
About you
Ideal candidates will be able to work autonomously and as part of a team in often high pressure situations that might be time sensitive, and possess high level communication skills to manage clients presenting with drug and alcohol issues, mental health issues or presenting as generally distressed. This position is well suited to entry level solicitors and presents challenging, yet rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development.
About us and what we can offer you
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide services to over 100,000 clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia.
Legal Aid WA is a provider of customer centred services and fosters a culture of inclusion. We appreciate differing viewpoints and cultural diversity and value all perspectives as we strive for excellent customer service through process improvements and innovation.
We offer a strong team working environment and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us.
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the solicitor role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit:
- A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
- A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the job requirements. Tip - written communication skills will also be assessed at the application stage so be sensible with font and margin sizes.
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application.
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA www.jobs.wa.gov.au.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
If you are experiencing any difficulties in applying online, or do not have access to the internet, contact (08) 9261 6496 and quote recruitment ID LA21465.
Further information
Download the documents attached for more information about how to apply for a job with Legal Aid.
If, after reading the attachments, you have any additional questions, please contact Rebecca Lee on tel: (08) 9261 6295 or email rebecca.lee@legalaid.wa.gov.au
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA are subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, 100-point identification check, and evidence of approved vaccination against COVID-19 (3 doses) or evidence of an approved exemption.
Substantive Equality
Legal Aid WA is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, young people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our organisation.
Pool conditions
As this is a pool, vacancies will be offered on a full-time or part-time permanent or fixed-term basis.
This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation that arise within the term of the pool.
It is important to note that appointment to the pool is not a guarantee that you will be offered a term of employment.
ATTACHMENTS:
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guidelines for job applicants 2021.pdf
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jdf solicitor sc level 1 or 2 generic - la21465.pdf
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
LOCATION:
Perth
CLOSING DATE:
2022-01-19 9:00 AM
(YYYY-MM-DD)