Head of Member Education

Head of Member Education – Fulltime

The Law Society of Western Australia

The Law Society is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Member Education to lead the development and delivery of our professional learning portfolio. Reporting to the Director, Advocacy and Professional Development, you will shape innovative education programs that support lawyers throughout their careers while strengthening capability across the legal profession.

You will lead the Law Society’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Accredited Specialisation, conferences, certification programs and Law Mutual risk management education program, ensuring all programs meet regulatory and accreditation requirements and deliver exceptional value to members.

Working with senior stakeholders across the legal sector – including judges, regulators, law firms, universities and government, you will identify emerging learning needs, develop contemporary education solutions, and build strategic partnerships that enhance professional practice.

You will also lead and inspire a small, hard-working team, use data and member insights to continuously improve learning outcomes, and drive innovation across digital learning, blended delivery, micro-credentials and assessment pathways.

About You

You are an experienced leader in legal education or professional learning with:

• At least five years’ leadership experience in legal education or professional development.
• Expertise in adult learning, instructional design and digital learning environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence senior legal professionals.
• Experience leading teams, managing budgets and delivering strategic outcomes.
• Experience in a legal association, regulatory body, professional membership organisation or legal education environment will be highly regarded.

This is an outstanding opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future capability of the legal profession through high-quality education, innovation and thought leadership.

Interested?

For more information contact Susie Moir, Director of Advocacy and Professional Development: smoir@lawsocietywa.asn.au or by telephone on (08) 9324 8646.

Applications close Friday 24 July 2026.

Please note shortlisting for this role will start immediately. The Law Society reserves the right to appoint the preferred candidate prior to the closing date for applications.

The Law Society of Western Australia is an equal opportunity employer