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The ACT Law Society is the peak body for legal practitioners in the ACT. The Society represents, advances, and defends the interests of an independent legal profession in the ACT. We also protect the public interest in the ACT system of justice through efficient regulation of the profession.

We are a small, dedicated, and supportive team of staff working with more than 3000 members across all parts of the legal profession in the ACT. The Society advocates for the profession with key stakeholders and provides a range of services for members, including providing information resources and guidance, and delivering a range of continuing professional development and networking activities throughout the year.

Staff benefits include a 35-hour full time work week, opportunities for further training, an employee assistance program for confidential counselling support, free annual flu vaccinations, and additional paid leave days between Christmas and New Year and two additional wellbeing days per year.

Internal positions vacant

Policy Officer

Based in Canberra
Salary range $85,000 - $95,000 + super (based on experience)
Fulltime (or part time negotiable)
 

About us

The ACT Law Society is the peak body for solicitors in the ACT, maintaining high standards of legal practice and championing the development of ‘good law’ and the effective operation of the justice system. The Society advocates on behalf of the profession and provides a range of services to members including continuing professional development, information resources and guidance, and networking activities. The Society also has regulatory responsibilities, including licensing legal practitioners in the ACT and investigating and resolving complaints about the conduct of practitioners.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Policy Officer, this position offers an early career lawyer the opportunity to contribute to the policy and advocacy work of the Society across a wide range of areas. Working alongside and supporting the Society’s special interest committees, the Policy Officer will be part of the collaborative team responsible for providing advice on complex policy matters relating to ACT legislation and the practical operation of key institutions of the ACT legal system.

Leveraging their legal expertise to provide insights and recommendations, the Policy Officer will conduct research, analyse data, and craft informed policy positions. To be successful in the role, applicants will need to have strong research and written and verbal communication skills and a sound understanding of the ACT legal sector to allow them to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders alike.

This role offers an opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive and empowering environment, and be at the forefront of legal advocacy and reform.  The successful applicant will be part of shaping and influencing the development of impactful policy solutions aimed at upholding the Rule of Law, human rights and access to justice. The Society also offers a flexible approach to managing your personal and professional commitments.

Benefits:

  • Flexibility: Our staff enjoy a 35 hour full time work week, as well as access to a mix of part-time, compressed hours, flexible start/finish time, and work from home arrangements that support the business achieve our goals while also supporting work/life balance
  • Wellbeing: Staff have access to additional leave days between Christmas and New Year as well as two wellbeing days each year. You also have access to our EAP and free annual flu shots.
  • Purpose: Contribute to our important role in regulating legal practice in the ACT.

 

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact the Senior Policy Officer via email Elsa.Sengstock@actlawsociety.asn.au to coordinate a suitable time.

View the Position Description for this role.

To apply for the position please send through a 2-page cover letter addressing the position description together with a CV by Tuesday 18 June 2024.

 

 

 

 

As a service to our members, we also maintain a positions vacant page for legal roles available in the ACT region.

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