Job Description
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The Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team oversees Comcare's Claims Litigation Strategy. The team is responsible for managing legal risks associated with Comcare's claims litigation portfolio, including workers' compensation under the SRC Act.
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Risks Management and Strategic Delivery
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Under limited direction, the Legal Adviser works closely with the Senior Legal Adviser to support the strategic delivery of litigation and dispute resolution services to Comcare. They will resolve problems and manage risk effectively, ensuring alignment with the APS Values and Code of Conduct, the Legal Services Directions 2017, and internal procedures.
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Key Qualifications and Experience
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Mandatory: Admission as a legal practitioner of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory, current practicing certificate, or ability to obtain one within three months. Experience in Tribunal and Court procedures, providing advice, and running litigation matters in a workers' compensation scheme environment is highly regarded.
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Eligibility and Conditions
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Character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check), Employee Health Declaration, and six months probationary period for new engagements are required.