This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced solicitor to join a highly respected community legal and social welfare agency for young people.

You will play a vital role in providing timely legal advice and representation to young people aged 10–18 on remand, supporting fast-track sentencing processes, and helping reduce unnecessary detention.

SCHADS Award Level 6

Full time role, 38 hours per week

Flexible work arrangements available

South Brisbane location with appearances in Childrens Courts in Brisbane and its surrounds

Generous professional development and wellbeing benefits

About the Youth Advocacy Centre (YAC)
YAC is a highly regarded multidisciplinary community legal centre delivering services across South East Queensland to young people involved in or at risk of involvement in the youth justice and/or child protection systems. We advocate for vulnerable children, provide legal and social support, and promote positive systemic change. We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally diverse communities, people with disability, and LGBTIQ+ applicants.

About You

YAC is looking for an experienced solicitor who is passionate about youth justice and advocacy, and enjoys working with young people. You are motivated to provide timely, youth-focused legal support, and to collaborate with courts, Youth Justice, and community stakeholders to improve outcomes for young people on remand.

About the role
The Fast-Track Solicitor provides youth-focused, trauma-informed legal services to young people with matters in the Childrens Court, held in watchhouses and youth detention centres. You will work collaboratively with Youth Justice, courts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient legal processes, reduce unnecessary remand time, and improve outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

Provide timely legal advice, information, and representation to young people on remand, including urgent bail and fast-track sentencing matters.

Attend Children’s Courts across South East Queensland.

Deliver face-to-face and remote legal services, ensuring accessibility and youth focus.

Maintain accurate client records and data in line with service agreement requirements.

Engage in systemic advocacy and stakeholder engagement to improve youth justice outcomes.

Employee Benefits

Salary sacrificing available

Flexible work arrangements and support for cultural leave and Sorry Business.

Additional wellbeing leave and generous professional development opportunities.

Access to free confidential counselling through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To Apply

Please access and review the full Position Description (found on the YAC website - https://www.yac.net.au/vacancies/ ) for full details required to enable completion and submission of your application.

Please apply for this role via SEEK by submitting BOTH of the following:

Resumé including the names and contact details of at least two referees

a letter or summary of experience addressing the “Required skills & qualifications” listed in the position description.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or phone (07) 3356 1002.

Applications close 9am Tuesday, 7 October 2025 however, please submit your application early as we will commence interviewing suitable applicants as applications are received.