Job description
As the Executive Director, Family Law Services, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality legal assistance in areas including child protection, parenting issues, domestic and family violence, and property settlements. You will provide leadership, strategic direction, and expert advice to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring LAQ remains at the forefront of legal service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
About You
We are looking for a strategic leader with:
Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.
As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Family Law Services division to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
- Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture prioritising employee wellbeing and high performance.
- Provide expert advice on family law, domestic and family violence (DFV), and child protection matters to LAQ's senior leadership and external agencies.
- Develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives aligned with LAQ's organisational objectives.
- Oversee resource allocation, monitor budgets, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Advocate for law reform and influence national and state family law policies.
About You
We are looking for a strategic leader with:
- Significant experience in family law, domestic and family violence, and/or child protection.
- A proven track record in leading large legal teams to deliver effective services to disadvantaged clients.
- Expertise in policy development, law reform, and stakeholder engagement.
- A commitment to fostering inclusion, diversity, and wellbeing in the workplace.
Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.
As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:
- Generous salary packaging
- Employer super contributions of 12.75%
- Flexible working hours
- Study leave for approved work-related courses
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
