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Location: Adelaide
Classification: SAES2
Duration: Up to 3 years
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 22 February 2026
About the Opportunity
The purpose of the Executive Managing Solicitor is to be accountable, subject to the direction of the Director of Public Prosecutions, for the management of all facets of the Senior and Junior Solicitor Sections. As a member of Executive, the role provides leadership and effectively and efficiently manages the Solicitor Section consistent with the ODPP’s vision for high-quality outcomes and a safe, engaging people experience.
The Executive Managing Solicitor is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to enable the safe and efficient management of workflow across the SS to ensure processes are efficient and are of a high standard, and that the SS contributes positively to the business of the ODPP.
About the Business
The ODPP is an office of approximately 200 staff, comprising both legal and administrative functions. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions was established through the Director of Public Prosecutions Act, 1991 to provide an effective, fair and independent criminal prosecution service for the people of South Australia. The Office is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.
Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Employee-related Screening Check required
Some out of hours work may be required
Additional Notes
You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Mary Chalmers SC, Deputy Director ODPP on +61 8 7323 5056 or mary.chalmers@sa.gov.au.
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The Attorney-General’s Department is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ .
Flexibility
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
About AGD
The Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) brings together a diverse group of functions in the justice sector for and on behalf of the South Australian community. The Department’s vision is of an inclusive, safe and fair South Australia. Our purpose is to promote justice by protecting rights, holding people to account in line with the law, improving safety, and contributing to an efficient and fair justice system.
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