Solicitor - Pool Recruitment – Criminal Law Division

Pool Ref LA25399

Specified Calling Level 1 or 2, up to $123,008 gross per annum + super + benefits

This pool recruitment process will be used to fill permanent, fixed term, full time and part time vacancies that may arise over a period of 12 months from the date of finalisation of the recruitment process. Fixed term appointments may be made with the possibility of extension/s and/or permanency.

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 both entry level and experienced solicitors and presents challenging, yet rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development..

About us and what we can offer you

We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, 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.

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.

Further information

Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us and click here to learn about the benefits we offer employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.

Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

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.

Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.

CLOSING DATE: 4PM, 2 JULY 2025