Investigations Solicitor: Regulatory Investigations & Compliance

The Law Society of New South Wales; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Society of New South Wales is seeking an Investigations Solicitor to join the Legal Regulation team. The role focuses on conducting investigations of complaints about lawyers, examining suitability issues, and contributing to policy development.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years post-qualification experience, admission to the Roll of Lawyers, and a solid understanding of the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW).

Qualifications

• Admission to the Roll of Lawyers and be eligible to hold a practising certificate.
• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience in investigatory, regulatory or administrative law is desirable.
• Solid knowledge of Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) and related regulations.
• Strong drafting, letter writing and reporting skills.
• Proven ability to plan, organise and lead tasks and teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of complaints about lawyers under Chapter 5 in a fair and impartial manner.
• Assess suitability issues relating to a lawyer’s fitness to hold a practising certificate under Chapter 3.
• Review trust investigation reports and provide recommendations to Director and Council.
• Manage a mix of complex matters including complaints, suitability, and trust investigations.
• Identify conduct issues and determine what evidence is required to complete investigations.
• Draft statutory notices, perform legal research, and prepare reports with clear recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements under the Uniform Law.
• Prepare concise, well-reasoned memoranda to Council on suitability issues.
• Liaise with complainants, solicitors, committees, and other stakeholders.
• Support policy and educational goals of the department and contribute to legal development.

Job description

The Law Society of New South Wales is seeking an Investigations Solicitor to join the Legal Regulation team. The role focuses on conducting investigations of complaints about lawyers, examining suitability issues, and contributing to policy development.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years post-qualification experience, admission to the Roll of Lawyers, and a solid understanding of the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW).