Content Writer (Communications)

Two vacancies - Full Time - Fixed term for 6 months with a commencement date of mid-to-late September. With the possibility of extension/s and/or permanency, subject to business requirements.

About the role

Be part of the engine behind critical digital content creation that helps people in Western Australia access information and services for their legal problems.

As part of a small team of content writers, you will work closely with the Community Legal Education and Training team, Communications team, and our website redevelopment project team to develop and update a wide range of digital content for Legal Aid WA’s public website.

You will ensure content is accurate, accessible, user focused and aligned with Legal Aid WA’s standards. For further information about the scope of duties, please refer to the Job Description Form attached.

This is a great opportunity for someone with proven experience and skills in communication, who is organised, adaptable and keen to contribute to meaningful work that makes a real difference.

Interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 31 August 2026, with an intended commencement date of mid to late September 2026.

About you

You are an engaging and adaptable writer with strong experience in content production and an instinct for creating audience-first content. You thrive in fast paced environments, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines, and can collaborate well within a small team as well as work autonomously with minimal supervision.

You have a qualification in communications, media, marketing or other relevant discipline and demonstrated understanding of accessibility standards, plain language principles and digital content best practices (essential).

Experience in or knowledge of legal, government and/or community legal sectors is highly desirable.

 About us and what we can offer you

We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.

Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia.  Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us.  You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on LinkedIn.

How to Apply

Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:

• A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
• A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria, with reference to the essential criteria in bold in the JDF (tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).

Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage. 

Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application.  Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au.  Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

For technical difficulties while applying online, contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 *** and quote recruitment ID number 1060596. If you have any questions about the application process or do not have access to a computer with internet access, please contact ***************@legalaid.wa.gov.au.

Further information

Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates.  Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.

If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Florence Cruz Montalvo, Managing Solicitor Community Legal Education and Training on Tel: (08) 6373 52***or email ***************@legalaid.wa.gov.au.

For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment.  For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit Jobs and Skills WA.

Diversity & Inclusion

A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services.  Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community. 

Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.  If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Janice Green on tel (08) 6373 52***or email ************@legalaid.wa.gov.au

Other Conditions

This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process.  The panel may also search for further candidates beyond the closing date.

Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.