Job Description
About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled legal professional to lead our team of lawyers and staff in delivering high-quality legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As Principal Legal Officer, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of our legal practice, including leading and mentoring a team of lawyers, providing expert advice on legal matters, and ensuring that all services are delivered in accordance with our obligations to funders.
Key Responsibilities:
Ledership and Management: You will lead and manage a team of lawyers and support staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and coaching to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to deliver excellent legal services.
Strategic Planning: You will work closely with the CEO and Board to develop and implement strategic plans to improve the quality of our legal services and ensure compliance with regulatory laws and funding agreements.
Clinical Practice: You will provide expert advice on complex legal matters, representing ALRM in court and at coronial inquests as required.
Mentorship and Training: You will provide training and development opportunities to lawyers and non-legal staff, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to deliver culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
Requirements:
Qualifications: Admission as a legal practitioner in South Australia and holder of an unrestricted category A South Australian Practising Certificate.
Experience: Extensive experience in legal practice, including experience in criminal law, civil law, and family law. Proven ability to manage a litigation practice and knowledge of governance of boards.
Skills: Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to negotiate and consult with stakeholders, including government funders and other relevant parties.
Key Responsibilities:
Ledership and Management: You will lead and manage a team of lawyers and support staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and coaching to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to deliver excellent legal services.
Strategic Planning: You will work closely with the CEO and Board to develop and implement strategic plans to improve the quality of our legal services and ensure compliance with regulatory laws and funding agreements.
Clinical Practice: You will provide expert advice on complex legal matters, representing ALRM in court and at coronial inquests as required.
Mentorship and Training: You will provide training and development opportunities to lawyers and non-legal staff, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to deliver culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
Requirements:
Qualifications: Admission as a legal practitioner in South Australia and holder of an unrestricted category A South Australian Practising Certificate.
Experience: Extensive experience in legal practice, including experience in criminal law, civil law, and family law. Proven ability to manage a litigation practice and knowledge of governance of boards.
Skills: Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to negotiate and consult with stakeholders, including government funders and other relevant parties.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Chief Legal Operations Director position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
