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Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (SA) currently has the following vacancies:
Receptionist (Port Lincoln, application closing date Wednesday 24th June 2026), Client Intake Officer (Port Lincoln or Port Augusta, application closing date Wednesday 24th June 2026), Senior Solicitor (Eyre Peninsula- No closing date), Solicitor Unrestricted (Port Lincoln, Ceduna, Port Augusta – No closing date) – see below for further information.
Receptionist
Port Lincoln
- Full Time – 8.30am to 5.06pm, Monday to Friday
- Salary range $57 – $82K (commensurate with experience) + salary sacrificing options
- Ongoing position, subject to probation
- Pay classification – Level 1 or 2 depending on experience
- Award – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010
About Us
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (FVLSAC) is a community legal service supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victims-survivors of family violence and/or sexual violence across South Australia.
We provide legal advice, court representation, client support services, and deliver community legal education initiatives, with staffed offices in Ceduna, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln and Adelaide.
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (SA) (FVLSAC) is seeking applications from suitable candidates to fill the position of Receptionist.
As the Receptionist, you will be responsible for the performance of a range of Receptionist duties and administration support services that assist the smooth operations of the office.
The successful applicant will understand the importance of confidentiality and possess a caring nature. A professional telephone manner, computer and organisation skills and neat presentation will be important to your success in this role.
In this role, you will be required to work independently for periods of time, therefore applicants must have excellent communication and administrative skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner.
Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Atheana Bitmead, Corporate Services Manager by email at: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au for further information and to obtain a copy of the Job and Person Specification.
All applications must be emailed to: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au, not the SEEK site.
Applications close: Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 5pm.
Client Intake Officer
Port Lincoln or Port Augusta
- Full Time – 8.30am to 5.06pm, Monday to Friday
- Salary range $84 – $90K (commensurate with experience) + salary sacrificing options
- Ongoing position, subject to probation
- Pay classification – Level 3
- Award – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010
About Us
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (FVLSAC) is a community legal service supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victims-survivors of family violence and/or sexual violence across South Australia.
We provide legal advice, court representation, client support services, and deliver community legal education initiatives, with staffed offices in Ceduna, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln and Adelaide.
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (SA) (FVLSAC) is seeking applications from suitable candidates to fill the position of Client Intake Officer.
The Client Intake Officer is responsible for ensuring that the client intake process is undertaken in an efficient and culturally sensitive manner. The Client Intake Officer is responsible for data entry, records management processes and administration support. This position requires high-level communication skills, which are adaptable to the needs of our diverse client base.
It will be essential that you have a strong awareness of the issues affecting FVLSAC’s clients, confidentiality, integrity and consultative skills and the capacity to represent the organisation sensitively and effectively.
The successful applicant will understand the importance of confidentiality and possess a caring nature. A professional telephone manner, computer and organisation skills and neat presentation will be important to your success in this role.
In this role, you will be required to work independently for periods of time, therefore applicants must have excellent communication and administrative skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner.
Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Atheana Bitmead, Corporate Services Manager by email at: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au for further information and to obtain a copy of the Job and Person Specification.
All applications must be emailed to: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au, not the SEEK site.
Applications close: Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 5pm.
Senior Solicitor
Eyre Peninsula
- Offices in Port Lincoln, Port Augusta or Ceduna (with regional travel)
- Full Time – 8.30am to 5.06pm, Monday to Friday
- Ongoing position, subject to probation
- Salary Range $120-$140K (commensurate with experience) + salary sacrificing options
- Relocation assistance and housing support available
About Us
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (FVLSAC) is a community legal service supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victims-survivors of family and sexual violence across South Australia.
We provide legal advice, court representation, client support services, and deliver community legal education initiatives. With staffed offices in Ceduna, Port Augusta, and Port Lincoln — and a planned presence in Adelaide within the coming months — FVLSAC is expanding its footprint to reach more communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Solicitor to join our leadership team and contribute to both service delivery and organisational growth:
- Regional Senior Solicitor – based in either Ceduna, Port Augusta, or Port Lincoln (remote working options will be considered).
As a Senior Solicitor, you will:
- Act as a Nominated (Responsible Person) for the FVLSAC, as appointed by the Principal Legal Officer during periods of extended leave.
- Deliver high-quality legal advice, casework, and representation to FVLSAC clients.
- Provide supervision and mentoring to junior solicitors and legal support staff.
- Manage and provide leadership to the Client Support Officer team to ensure culturally safe, holistic, and coordinated support for clients.
- Have oversight of programs that integrate legal services with community engagement, including Sista2Sista, Love Colours, Yarning Cards, and Healthy Relationships.
- Support the Principal Legal Officer in meeting organisational performance targets and ensuring compliance with professional obligations.
- Participate in strategic planning and contribute to service design as FVLSAC expands into Adelaide and beyond.
- Represent FVLSAC at statewide and national forums to influence policy and build sector connections.
About You
You will be:
- An admitted legal practitioner holding an unrestricted practising certificate in South Australia or eligible to hold an unrestricted practising certificate in SA with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
- Experienced in family law and/or related jurisdictions, ideally with exposure to family violence matters.
- Confident in supervising staff and managing workloads within a small, high-performing team.
- Skilled in balancing casework with community legal education and early intervention activities.
- Committed to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with strong cultural awareness and communication skills.
Why Join FVLSAC?
- Be part of a leadership team driving service expansion across South Australia.
- Gain a rewarding balance of legal practice, mentoring, community engagement and community legal education and early intervention work.
- Relocation assistance and housing support available for those moving to one of our regional offices.
- Salary sacrificing and strong professional development opportunities, including attendance at national conferences and forums.
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Atheana Bitmead, Corporate Services Manager by email at: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au for further information and to obtain a copy of the Job and Person Specification.
All applications must be emailed to: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au
Applications close: No Closing Date.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Solicitor – Unrestricted
Port Lincoln, Ceduna or Port Augusta
- Offices in Port Lincoln, Ceduna or Port Augusta (with regional travel)
- Salary range $108-$120K (commensurate with experience) + salary sacrifice options
- Relocation assistance and housing support available
- Full Time – 8.30am to 5.06pm, Monday to Friday
- Ongoing position subject to Probation
About Us
The Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation (SA) (FVLSAC) is a community legal service supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander victims-survivors of family and sexual violence across South Australia.
We provide legal advice, court representation, client support services, and deliver community legal education initiatives. With staffed offices in Ceduna, Port Augusta and Port Lincoln – a planned presence in Adelaide within the coming months – FVLSAC is expanding its footprint to reach more communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a Solicitor Unrestricted to join our team and contribute to both service delivery and organisational growth:
- Regional Solicitor Unrestricted – based in either Ceduna, Port Augusta or Port Lincoln (remote working options will be considered).
As a Solicitor Unrestricted, you will:
- Deliver high-quality legal advice, casework, and representation to FVLSAC clients.
- Provide mentoring to junior solicitors and legal support staff.
- Support the leadership to the Client Support Officer team to ensure culturally safe, holistic, and coordinated support for clients.
- Deliver programs that integrate legal services with community engagement, including Sista2Sista, Love Colours, Yarning Cards, and Healthy Relationships.
- Support the Principal Legal Officer and Senior Solicitor in meeting organisational performance targets and ensuring compliance with professional obligations.
- Participate in strategic planning and contribute to service design as FVLSAC expands into Adelaide and beyond.
- Represent FVLSAC at statewide and national forums to influence policy and build sector connections.
About You
You will be:
- An admitted legal practitioner holding an unrestricted practising certificate in South Australia or eligible to hold an unrestricted practising certificate in SA with a minimum of 2 years post admission experience.
- Experience in family law and/or related jurisdictions, ideally with exposure to family violence matters.
- Required to travel to our regional offices.
- Confident in managing workloads within a small, high-performing team.
- Skilled in balancing casework with community legal education and early intervention and prevention activities.
- Committed to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with strong cultural awareness and communication skills.
Why join FVLSAC?
- The role offers a rewarding balance of legal experience, the opportunity to develop client management skills, and developing and maintaining strong community networks.
- Be part of a team driving service expansion across South Australia.
- Gain a rewarding balance of legal practice, community engagement and community legal education and early intervention work.
- Relocation assistance and housing support available for those moving to one of our regional offices.
- This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an important cause, while also living in one of South Australia’s most vibrant regions.
- Salary sacrificing and strong professional development opportunities, including attendance at national conferences and forums.
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Atheana Bitmead, Corporate Services Manager by email at atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au for further information and to obtain a copy of the Job and Person Specification.
All applications must be emailed to: atheana.bitmead@fvlsac.org.au
Applications close: Applications close: No Closing Date.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.