We are currently looking for a Licensing Solicitor to join our Licensing team. This is a full-time fixed term role for 12 months (35 hours per week) with a hybrid working model, located in Martin Place in the heart of Sydney's CBD.About the teamThe Licensing department administers, processes and grants applications for Australian practising and registration certificates in New South Wales (NSW), while also ensuring compliance with statutory licensing requirements of the legal profession in NSW. The department maintains the records of solicitors, and provides appropriate information to the public, other regulatory bodies, various departments within and external to the Law Society.About the roleYou will be responsible for assisting the Deputy Director and Director, Licensing and Registry in carrying out the Law Society’s delegated statutory responsibilities pertaining to the licensing of solicitors in New South Wales, pursuant to the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW).What you'll be doingSupport the Director, Licensing and Registry in carrying out the Law Society's delegated statutory functions pertaining to the issuance and variation of practising certificates and registration certificates of those engaging in legal practice in New South Wales;Provide legal and strategic advice (oral and written) to the Deputy Director and Director, Licensing and Registry on licensing applications, statutory interpretation, administrative law issues, policies and procedures, and regulatory affairs;Ensure compliance with the conditions of a practising certificate and assess applications for supervised legal practice, practising certificates, practice requirements, discretionary conditions, Continuing Professional Development exemptions and extensions, and that matters are appropriately referred to the Director, Legal Regulation where required;Assist with assessing applications, legal research, and drafting advice to the Licensing Committee, so as to assist the Committee fulfil its statutory functions as delegated by Council;Provide guidance to the profession, internal and external stakeholders, regulators and government agencies in respect of the applicability of the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) and other regulatory issues, and provide administrative law advice internally;Support the Director, Licensing and Registry achieving key department and organisation strategic goals and objectives, and with the internal and external administrative review of licensing decisions;Appropriately respond to enquiries and/or subpoenas concerning the proper disclosure of information acquired pursuant to the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) including preparation of certificates for evidence in legal proceedings and certificates of fitness;Assist with ensuring appropriate professional indemnity insurance (PII) is in place for all practitioners and assess applications exemptions from PII;Assist with responding to enquiries in respect of PII pursuant to the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW); Liaise with local designated regulatory bodies and approved insurers of other jurisdictions with respect to insurance coverage of interstate practitioners and law practices. About you1-5 years post-qualification legal experienceHolder of a current practising certificate or entitlement to hold a practising certificate;Experience in a legal profession regulatory based environment, including appropriate technical and systems knowledge (desirable);demonstrates a high level of professional and technical knowledge of legislative procedures and the legal profession (desirable);Working knowledge of all relevant legislation (desirable).Understanding of the framework and practical operation and application of the legal profession legislation; Ability to accurately interpret legislation and apply with a practical focus;Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to structure, engage and present information clearly and articulately across a number of mediums;Highly developed interpersonal and influencing skills;Contribute to the development and achievement of group objectives;Demonstrated time and project management skills, including the ability to work towards and meet statutory deadlines;Strong prioritising and organisational skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines and handle pressure;Excellent word processing capabilities, proficiency with e-mail and internet applications and data base applications and experience using programs, such as MS Word and Excel.High degree of professionalism, integrity, and adherence to confidentiality and business ethics;Outstanding attention to detail;Willingness and determination to work with a small team;Ability to work collaboratively with external and internal stakeholders;Regulates own behaviour, comprehends organisational structure and culture and acts appropriately in the execution of duties;Ability to use information, knowledge and experience to analyse and form judgements;Ability to comprehend wider contexts, develop long term goals and determine strategies and actions required to achieve such goals;Behaves in an honest and trustworthy manner, treats others fairly and is open about one’s own misjudgements and any conflicts of interest which may be present;Display a commitment to quality client service, values the supplying of accurate and timely information and relates to people from diverse backgrounds. To applyThe Law Society of New South Wales is committed to building and maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role and supporting diversity. Applications should contain a CV and cover letter that outlines your key experience and motivations for this role. AUDSydney2000