" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eIntermediate Solicitor (Criminal Law Practice)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27623\"\u003e Legal - Solicitor \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27625\"\u003e Moree \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27626\"\u003e Permanent, Full-Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27808\"\u003e Criminal Law Practice \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 24/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake an impact that reaches beyond the courtroom and into community!\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBring leadership, teamwork and organisation to every working day.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e$129,490 + super + salary packaging \u0026amp; leave loading + $5000 allowance!\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJob: 1685942 | Full-Time | Permanent | Bourke, Moree or Walgett\u0026nbsp;| $129,490 (Fixed Pay)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour Impact\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As a valued member of the Criminal Law Practice, you\u0026rsquo;ll play a key role in leading the practice in delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate legal services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. You\u0026rsquo;ll provide expert criminal law advice and representation, mentor and support colleagues, and help drive strong advocacy, community engagement and operational excellence. Each day, you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, rostering, matter allocation\u0026nbsp;and supporting a\u0026nbsp;collaborative, high-performing\u0026nbsp;team.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupervise, mentor and\u0026nbsp;develop junior solicitors, strengthening advocacy\u0026nbsp;skills, professional capability\u0026nbsp;and ongoing CPD.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRun complex criminal matters\u0026nbsp;across the Local, Children\u0026rsquo;s and District\u0026nbsp;Courts, including EAGP\u0026nbsp;matters, hearings, sentences\u0026nbsp;and trial preparation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild strong stakeholder\u0026nbsp;and inter-agency\u0026nbsp;relationships\u0026nbsp;with Courts, DPP, Legal Aid, Community\u0026nbsp;Corrections and other\u0026nbsp;justice partners.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeliver high-quality, culturally appropriate legal advice and representation, while\u0026nbsp;managing complex matters, ethical issues, client\u0026nbsp;concerns and referrals.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to practice excellence and law reform, maintaining current legal knowledge, supporting policy\u0026nbsp;development and representing\u0026nbsp;ALS at relevant\u0026nbsp;forums, training and\u0026nbsp;working groups.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour Story \u0026amp; Strengths\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You are a skilled and motivated Intermediate Solicitor with strong criminal law, advocacy and leadership skills. You bring a deep respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and a genuine commitment to community, justice and positive change. Key strengths include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA NSW Practising Certificate\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;minimum of 2 years\u0026rsquo; experience in Criminal\u0026nbsp;Law.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStrong criminal law expertise, including practice, procedure and complex LC/CC, District Court\u0026nbsp;and EAGP matters.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven advocacy and leadership skills, with the ability to represent Aboriginal clients and lead complex criminal\u0026nbsp;matters.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCultural awareness and\u0026nbsp;respect, with a genuine\u0026nbsp;understanding of Aboriginal\u0026nbsp;and Torres Strait\u0026nbsp;Islander communities, culture\u0026nbsp;and social needs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong people and communication skills, with\u0026nbsp;the ability to\u0026nbsp;supervise, mentor and\u0026nbsp;support a multidisciplinary\u0026nbsp;team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent organisation and professionalism, with the ability to manage\u0026nbsp;competing priorities, work\u0026nbsp;independently, meet deadlines\u0026nbsp;and uphold ethical, WHS and diversity\u0026nbsp;standards.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOur Journey Together\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At ALS, you\u0026rsquo;ll find a career that truly matters, one where your work has purpose and impact every day. We are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment with a range of generous benefits, including:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy the perks of our annual $5000 area allowance for being part of our Bourke/Moree/Walgett team!\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNot-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnnual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer and professional development opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCaring for Community \u0026amp; You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To protect the communities we serve, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid National Police Check , Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check for this role.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e ALS is committed to equal opportunity and cultural safety in recruitment for all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team at talent@alsnswact.org.au - we will work with you to ensure an accessible and supportive experience.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eInterested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"908212\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "