Join to apply for the Senior Legal Officer role at Department of Justice QLD2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Legal Officer role at Department of Justice QLDGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Department of Justice QLD provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Department of Justice QLD. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$114,949.00/yr - $123,611.00/yrExpressions of Interest are called for three PO4 Senior Legal Officers in Brisbane, on a temporary flexible full-time basis. There are three temporary flexible full-time positions available.1 x vacancy from date of commencement up to 30 June 20262 x vacancies from date of commencement up to 30 June 2027Senior Legal Officers are primarily responsible for preparing complex matters referred to the ODPP for prosecution.About The Office Of The Director Of Public ProsecutionsThe Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) represents the State of Queensland in criminal cases. The ODPP's significant responsibility is to prosecute criminal matters in the High Court of Australia, Court of Appeal (Qld), Supreme Court, Mental Health Court, District Court, the Childrens Court of Queensland, and the Magistrates Court (in limited locations and matters)About Your OpportunityThere are three temporary flexible full-time positions available.1 x vacancy from date of commencement up to 30 June 20262 x vacancies from date of commencement up to 30 June 2027As a Senior Legal Officer, the incumbent will undertake a combination of the following:Preparing complex matters referred to prosecution (including appeal submissions) in a professional and timely mannerEffectively managing relationships with stakeholders, including defence counsel, solicitors, police officers, victims and witnessesAppearing as an advocate to prosecute or defend appeals in the District Court, sentences in the Magistrates and/or higher courts and represent the Director at bail applications, mentions and call overs in the Magistrates and/or higher courtsAppearing as an advocate in committal hearings and summary hearings in the Magistrates Court (dependent on location)Liaising with complainants and relatives in prosecutions especially in relation to matters involving sexual and violent offencesSupervising, motivating and leading legal officers and legal support staff in the delivery of legal servicesActively engage in activities aimed at improving workThe Successful Candidate Will DemonstrateThe ability to apply legal principles, draft legal documents and provide legal advice as a litigation solicitor, and work effectively as an advocate in the Magistrates and/or higher courts.The ability to apply well developed interpersonal and communication skills to liaise, consult and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.The ability to supervise, train and mentor legal and support staff to achieve outcomes and demonstrates an ability to identify and address the needs of victims of crime in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive way.The ability to maintain a high standard of professional competence and ethicalMandatory Qualifications, Conditions And RequirementsYou will be admitted as a Legal Practitioner in a State or Territory of Australia (please indicate date of admission).For more information, including the key responsibilities and how to apply, please see the role description linked below.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/633648/25Closing Date: Tuesday, 13 th May 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeTemporaryJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Department of Justice QLD by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Senior Legal Officer” roles.Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 16 hours agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoEight Mile Plains, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoWest End, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoSt Lucia, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoSouth Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia A$95,000.00-A$145,000.00 3 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia $99,348.00-$108,192.00 2 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia $114,949.00-$123,611.00 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 6 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia $129,089.00-$138,273.00 13 hours agoBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia A$175,000.00-A$200,000.00 4 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 months agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia A$150,000.00-A$170,000.00 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoLegal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel | Part-TimeBrisbane City, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoSenior Legal Counsel - MinterEllison Flex - BrisbaneBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia A$160,000.00-A$190,000.00 3 weeks agoFortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia A$165,000.00-A$180,000.00 4 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia A$140,000.00-A$160,000.00 6 days agoSenior Legal Counsel (Workplace Relations and Dispute Resolution)St Lucia, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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