Solicitor & Senior Solicitor
Build a Career With Purpose
The Tenants' Union of Tasmania is seeking a Solicitor and Senior Solicitor to support the delivery of specialist tenancy law services throughout Northern Tasmania. Reporting to the Principal Solicitor, you will provide legal advice, advocacy, and representation to tenants while contributing to access-to-justice outcomes.
Your Role and Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice, referrals and casework support in residential tenancy matters.
- Assist tenants to resolve disputes relating to evictions, repairs, compensation claims and rental bonds.
- Represent and assist clients before TASCAT, courts and other tribunals.
- Undertake legal research and policy analysis to support advocacy and law reform initiatives.
- Develop tenancy law resources, publications and community education materials.
Bring Your Legal Skills, We'll Help You Build the Rest
- Admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia and eligible for a Tasmanian practising certificate.
- Minimum of two years of post-admission experience, ideally (graduates and early-career lawyers welcome).
- Strong legal foundations, advocacy skills and a willingness to learn.
- Experience in legal advocacy, litigation, dispute resolution or working directly with complex clients.
- Current unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence.
Enjoy the Flexibility and Balance You Deserve
- Earn up to $55.72/hr plus Super, TOIL and Salary Packaging benefits.
- Flexible full-time, part-time, 4-day week and 9-day fortnight options.
- Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
- Genuine work-life balance with a standard 9 am - 5 pm work environment.
- Meaningful social justice work with visible community impact.
Join a Team That's Making a Difference Every Day
For almost 50 years, the Tenants' Union of Tasmania (TUT) has been helping Tasmanians navigate challenging housing situations. As Tasmania's leading specialist tenancy law Community Legal Centre, TUT provides legal advice, advocacy and representation to tenants across the state with a small, dedicated team.
Ready to Make a Difference?
To learn more about the role, view the full job description, and access the application form, click the Apply button to visit the Talent Landing Page.
