Organisation : King & Wood Mallesons
Location : Australia, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney (CBD)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Consulting, Law, Justice & Human Rights
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 21 Apr, 2017
About the organisation
As a leading international law firm headquartered in Asia and recognised as one of the world’s most innovative law firms, King & Wood Mallesons offers a different perspective to commercial thinking and the client experience. With access to a global platform, a team of over 2000 lawyers in 27 locations around the world, we work with clients to help them understand local challenges, navigate through regional complexity, and to find commercial solutions that deliver a competitive advantage for our clients.
About the role
The Management group at King & Wood Mallesons is seeking to appoint a new team member to lead the national Pro Bono & Community team.
The role will ideally be based in Sydney, though applicants located in other locations will be considered.
Please see attached full Position Description for detailed information.
About the role:
In this role, you will support the firm’s ongoing commitment to pro bono and community work. Reporting directly to the Managing Partner, Australia and working closely with the Chair, KWM in the Community Board, this opportunity represents a chance to further develop the KWM in the Community program and promote and strengthen the firm’s commitment to the community.
Key accountabilities include:
- Overseeing the implementation of pro bono & community strategy and other initiatives
- Developing and maintaining strategic Community Partner relationships
- Coordinate pro bono legal support, advice and representation to needy individuals and community organisations
- Increase awareness, profile and reputation of the community organisations supported by King & Wood Mallesons
- Supervise the national pro bono & community team
Skills and Abilities
- Legally qualified with at least 6 years of legal experience
- Volunteer /non-profit/association management experience
- Strong passion and/or experience in social justice/ advocacy/ pro bono/ community outreach
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication
What we offer:
We strive to create a positive, stimulating and diverse work environment – one that is based on teamwork, learning, open communication and knowledge sharing.
We have initiatives in place that ensure that the firm’s culture is welcoming and supportive. We offer flexible working practices to help you meet your work, family and lifestyle commitments, along with exceptional training opportunities, mentoring programs and other benefits.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: National Pro Bono & Community Manager via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Consulting, #Law_Justice_and_Human_Rights
