Solicitor

Financial Rights Legal Centre; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 100 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary $100k–$120k

12% superannuation

Salary sacrifice up to $15,900

4 weeks annual leave + 7 gifted leave"

Hybrid work model

Résumé du poste

Financial Rights Legal Centre in Sydney is seeking a dedicated Solicitor for a full-time, 12-month contract, hybrid work arrangement. You will provide legal advice and representation to consumers navigating credit, banking, insurance and debt issues.

The role emphasizes social justice, with opportunities to influence consumer policy while supporting the National Debt Helpline and related services. The successful candidate will hold a NSW practising certificate, demonstrate strong advocacy and

Qualifications

• Eligible to hold NSW practising certificate.
• Strong commitment to protecting consumer rights.
• Ability to provide legal advice and representation across credit, banking, insurance and debt matters.

Responsabilités

• Provide legal advice and representation through Credit and Debt Legal Advice line, National Debt Helpline and Insurance Law service.
• Deliver high-quality legal services to consumers across Australia.
• Collaborate with a small multidisciplinary team in a social justice environment.

Connaissances

Advocacy

Legal research

Communication

Consumer rights

Formation

NSW practising certificate

Description du poste

Financial Rights Legal Centre – Surry Hills NSW

Join Our Team as a Solicitor
Sydney / Hybrid / Full-time (12-month fixed term contract)

Passionate about social justice? Looking to make a difference? Look no further than the Financial Rights Legal Centre. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Solicitor to join our team.

About Financial Rights Legal Centre

At Financial Rights Legal Centre (Financial Rights), we are more than just a legal centre. We are a trusted voice for consumers navigating the complexities of financial services, including credit, banking, insurance and debt. Based in Surry Hills, our dedicated team works on the frontlines, providing crucial advice and representation to consumers across Australia. We are actively involved in shaping new laws to protect consumer rights and build a fairer financial future for all. Join us and become an integral part of this vital mission.

The role

We are seeking to employ a dedicated Solicitor for a full time 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to protecting consumer rights. In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation assistance through various services, including the Credit and Debt Legal Advice line, National Debt Helpline and the Insurance Law service. Your expertise and dedication will directly impact consumers seeking assistance with their financial challenges.

For further details on the role please see the job description: https://financialrights.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Position-Description-Solicitor.pdf (copy and paste into your browser)

What’s in it for you?

At Financial Rights, we value our team and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment. The centre offers a dynamic working environment along with a small, friendly and passionate team. We know diversity makes a positive difference, and we encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and other diverse backgrounds to apply.

Rewards and Benefits

• Join a highly engaged team
• $100,000-$120,000 plus 12% superannuation, along with salary sacrifice (up to $15,900)
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 4 weeks of annual leave plus an additional 7 gifted leave days per year
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from a 7-hour workday and a hybrid working model
• Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to social justice and make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most
• Wellbeing Support: Access our confidential Employee Assistance Program for free counselling services

The successful applicant will:

• Be eligible to hold a NSW practising certificate
• The ability to take initiative and accept responsibility as part of a small multi-disciplinary professional team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have a passion for social justice, aptitude for advocacy and awareness of the social context of clients
• An ability to learn and apply the law and legal processes in relation to credit, banking, insurance, and debt collection, particularly as it affects disadvantaged consumers and/or is of public interest
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Applications close: Friday 13 November 2026