Solicitor – Pilbara Community Legal Service – South Hedland, WA

Position available for a restricted or non-restricted solicitor to work out of our South Hedland office. Working to make a difference to the lives of people in the Pilbara. Great opportunity to work with dedicated colleagues and experience the wonders of this ancient land.

About Us

Pilbara Community Legal Service Inc. (PCLS) is a non-profit, government-funded, community organisation that provides free, accessible, equitable, responsible, and culturally appropriate advice, support, and advocacy to the people of the Pilbara.

We offer a range of services including:

• Legal Services
• Financial Counselling
• Tenant Advice and Education Service
• Housing Support
• Domestic Violence Advocacy & Support
• Redress Support
• Settlement, Engagement and Transition Services (SETS)

We are a well-established and highly valued part of the Pilbara social infrastructure and have regional offices in Karratha, Roebourne, South Hedland, and Newman.

About the Opportunity

The Solicitor position is responsible for providing information, legal advice, casework and education across legal issues such as domestic violence, family and de facto law, child protection, and criminal injuries compensation.

If you are interested in working with us, we encourage you to contact Mark Jeffreys (Principal Solicitor) on 08 9185 5899 to discuss the opportunity further.

Benefits

• Attractive salary (commensurate with skills and experience)
• Annual leave (5 weeks)
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Additional 0.5% additional superannuation
• Location allowance
• Regular supervision and professional development and training opportunities
• Join our wellbeing squad
• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging

See the application link for full job description.

Please note that the advertisement may close earlier if a potential suitable candidate is found.