Job Title Pro Bono Junior Lawyer (12 month Contract) Location Perth Description Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800 people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients. What makes Ashurst a great place to work? Flexible work options Market leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of gender Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans Genuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities, Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education. We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs. We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The Opportunity We are looking for a Pro bono Junior Lawyer for a 12 month contract role, who will be seconded to a pro bono organisation based in Perth, Western Australia, as part of Ashurst's ongoing pro bono commitments. Pro bono is a stand-alone legal practice that works to deliver in quality legal services for Ashurst's pro bono clients, provided in accordance with our established pro bono criteria, which is the provision of legal assistance free of charge: to disadvantaged and marginalised people of limited means; to non-profit organisations and social enterprises assisting people who are disadvantaged and marginalised; and in matters for the public good of broad public or community concern. A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found attached to the role on our careers page http://careers.ashurst.com/ We are interested in hearing from people who have: Been admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Western Australia. A passion for pro bono/social justice and supporting people facing marginalisation, disadvantage and financial hardship. Worked closely with social workers, support workers and other services to provide holistic and wrap-round services for clients. Methodical approach, with high levels of attention to detail, providing work that is quality checked and complete. An ability to communicate complex matters to people experiencing mental illness and other complex challenges in a clear and effective manner using plain English (both verbally and written). Empathetic and thorough interpersonal and client care skills. Demonstrates flexibility and willing to adjust priorities or working hours when necessary. Good level of technical ability in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. We value diverse perspectives at Ashurst, so even if you don't feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. For more information or if you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact: globalresourcing@ashurst.com for a confidential conversation. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Ashurst. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. Additional Documents Job Description Download
