Deputy Director Family Law - PSSE Band 1

• PSSE Band 1, Total Remuneration Package from $247,225 to $271,328 pa, commensurate with experience 

• Contribute to the future direction of Australia’s largest Family Law Division  

About us 

Legal Aid NSW provides legal support in criminal, family, and civil law. We offer advice, court assistance, and family dispute resolution by phone or at our 28 offices. 

Legal Aid NSW has Australia’s largest family law practice, handling diverse and dynamic cases across all life stages. We help adults and children resolve disputes and achieve safe, workable family arrangements. Our services include legal advice, outreach, duty services, family dispute resolution, and case representation in Commonwealth family law matters (property, parenting, child support, Hague Convention), state care and protection cases (parens patriae, NCAT, education), and domestic violence matters across NSW. 

About the role 

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior leader to contribute to the future direction of the Family Law Division. As Deputy Director, you will assist the Executive Director in managing the delivery of family law services to ensure consistent statewide practice requirements, especially in relation to care and protection work, in line with the priorities and objectives established in the strategic plan and the Family Law Division’s strategic objectives.  

About you 

You are an experienced leader and family lawyer with a strong track record in the planning, implementation, and review of legal services for people and communities experiencing disadvantage. You are accustomed to managing diverse functions and teams in a complex operating environment, while ensuring the highest standards in client service delivery and practice management. You are collaborative, innovative, and strategic with demonstrated experience in establishing cooperative arrangements with internal and external stakeholders. You are committed to the development and wellbeing of individuals and teams. 

We may use this recruitment to create a talent pool for similar ongoing or temporary vacancies we have over the next 18 months. 

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN LEGAL AID NSW! 

We are committed to diversity and inclusion 

We are committed to fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplace where people from diverse backgrounds want to work. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here. 

We support and accommodate diverse access needs for people with visible and invisible disabilities. For adjustments during recruitment or more information, contact us at erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au. 

Benefits of working with us: 

• Interdisciplinary Teams: Work with experts across fields to provide holistic client support. 

• Skill Development: Build expertise in advocacy, child representation, trauma-informed practice, and supporting diverse clients. 

• Career Growth: Access internal progression, in-house supervision, and training in advocacy, trauma-informed lawyering, and cultural competency. 

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible arrangements to suit your needs. 

• Wellbeing Support: We prioritise your professional and personal wellbeing.  

The essential requirements for this role 

You must: 

• be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW 

• be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us 

• be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check 

• hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies)  

The Family Law Division have a number of roles where it is a statutory obligation for staff to hold a valid Working With Children Check. You will be required to provide your Working With Children Check details prior to commencement in any role requiring the check. 

How to apply 

You MUST submit your application online. If you submit your application late or by email it will NOT be accepted.  

Your application must include: 

• your resume (no more than 5 pages in PDF or word format) 

• cover letter (no more than 2 pages in PDF or word format). In your cover letter, please address the following: 

Describe your experience in managing experienced and skilled leaders who lead dispersed teams. Please highlight the strategies you have used to lead through periods of growth and change and support staff wellbeing. 

Make sure your application is complete and you have answered all questions before you submit it. 

Do you need help to apply?

It’s important to properly prepare before you apply for a role. Here is some other information to help you:  

• If you have questions about the role, you can contact the Hiring Manager – Executive Director Family Law Katie Kelso on katie.kelso@legalaid.nsw.gov.au or Senior Recruitment Officer Shuyi Chen at 02 9219 5632.

• If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact the Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have. 

• The Role Description sets out the responsibilities of the role. 

• The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate.   

• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
   

Application closes on: Sunday 23 February 2025, 11:59pm