At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice and representation to consumers facing financial challenges.
- Company: Join the Financial Rights Legal Centre, a leader in consumer advocacy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible work arrangements, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Diverse and supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on social justice and help those in need.
- Qualifications: Must hold a NSW practising certificate and have strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Join Our Team as a Solicitor at Financial Rights Legal Centre in Surry Hills, NSW. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Solicitor to join our team.
About Financial Rights Legal Centre: At Financial Rights Legal Centre (Financial Rights), we are more than just a legal centre. We are a trusted voice for consumers navigating the complexities of financial services, including credit, banking, insurance and debt. Based in Surry Hills, our dedicated team works on the frontlines, providing crucial advice and representation to consumers across Australia. We are actively involved in shaping new laws to protect consumer rights and build a fairer financial future for all.
The role: We are seeking to employ a dedicated Solicitor for a full-time 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to protecting consumer rights. In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation assistance through various services, including the Credit and Debt Legal Advice line, National Debt Helpline and the Insurance Law service. Your expertise and dedication will directly impact consumers seeking assistance with their financial challenges.
What’s in it for you? At Financial Rights, we value our team and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment. The centre offers a dynamic working environment along with a small, friendly and passionate team. We know diversity makes a positive difference, and we encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and other diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Join a highly engaged team
- $100,000-$120,000 plus 12% superannuation, along with salary sacrifice (up to $15,900)
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 4 weeks of annual leave plus an additional 7 gifted leave days per year
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from a 7-hour workday and a hybrid working model
- Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to social justice and make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most
- Wellbeing Support: Access our confidential Employee Assistance Program for free counselling services
The successful applicant will:
- Be eligible to hold a NSW practising certificate
- The ability to take initiative and accept responsibility as part of a small multi-disciplinary professional team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Have a passion for social justice, aptitude for advocacy and awareness of the social context of clients
- An ability to learn and apply the law and legal processes in relation to credit, banking, insurance, and debt collection, particularly as it affects disadvantaged consumers and/or is of public interest
- Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
Applications close: Friday 13 November 2026.
Solicitor in Sydney employer: Financial Rights Legal Centre
At Financial Rights Legal Centre, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration. Our hybrid work model fosters a flexible environment in Sydney, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while contributing to meaningful social impact. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for skill development and career advancement, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as an Impact Data Analyst.
Contact Details:
Financial Rights Legal Centre Recruitment Team
