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OverviewJoin to apply for theDeputy Principal Legal Officer (with Relocation Support to Katherine, NT!)role atKatherine Women''s Information & Legal Service . Base pay rangeA$119,093.00/yr - A$124,073.00/yr Why Join KWILS?Salary packaging up to $15,899 tax-free+ meals & entertainment benefits 6 weeks annual leave+ 17.5% leave loading Relocation assistance & remote area benefits(living/travel reimbursement up to 50%) Professional development budget ($1,000 annually) + CPD funding Leadership coaching, resilience sessions & career pathways into Principal Legal Officer roles Flexible, family-friendly workplace with strong wellbeing focus About KWILSKatherine Women''s Information & Legal Service (KWILS) is a specialist women''s legal service providingtrauma-informed and culturally safe legal supportacross the Big Rivers Region. Our work spansdomestic, family & sexual violence, child protection, family law, and victims of crime compensation . Guided by our 20252030 Strategic Plan, we combine legal services with advocacy, law reform, and community education to create lasting impact. The RoleThis is anewly created leadership role , offering the opportunity to grow into senior management while making a difference in women''s access to justice. You''ll: Provide high-quality legal advice, casework & representation in complex matters Supervise and mentor a team of 4 solicitors Act as Principal Legal Officer when required Lead community outreach and deliver legal education Build relationships with stakeholders across legal, government & community sectors Regular travel, including overnight stays, will form part of your outreach work. About YouYou are avalues-driven leaderwho thrives in dynamic environments and supports your team to succeed. To be successful, you will have: Admission as a solicitor in Australia + eligibility for an NT Practising Certificate 4+ years post-admission experiencein relevant practice areas Experience (or strong interest) in DFSV, family law or child protection Skills in trauma-informed, culturally safe practice, ideally with Aboriginal communities Leadership and mentoring experience within a legal practice Additional requirements: Ochre Card (WWCC), National Police Clearance, Manual Driver''s Licence. Apply NowThis is your chance to build your leadership career while making a real impact in the Northern Territory. Relocation support provided we''d love to chat about life in the Big Rivers Region. Apply today and help shape the future of access to justice with KWILS. Seniority levelNot Applicable Employment typeFull-time Job functionLegal IndustriesLegal Services#J-18808-Ljbffr