Department of Treasury and Finance
Corporate and Governance Division
Project Management & Governance Branch
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 13 July, 2025 11:55 PM
Sunday 13 July, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 7
$129,302.00 to $136,089.00 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time, Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
South
Location:
Hobart
Treasury is looking for a Specialist Legal Advisor to provide legal research, statutory interpretation and legal advisory expertise in relation to the Department's governance, risk and compliance activities including under legislation such as the Right to Information Act 2009.
* Join a collaborative and professional team to further develop your skills, knowledge, and experience in a highly respected workplace.
* Engage in a range of interesting activities, including supporting the Department to meet its statutory responsibilities, complex legal research and ad hoc advice to a range of stakeholders.
* Enjoy flexible work arrangements and receive access to quality learning and development opportunities.
About You
This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your strong leadership abilities to work with a motivated team to deliver on a broad range of legal, governance and risk management activities. We have a very positive and collaborative Branch culture and are looking for a person who will complement this environment.
You will possess strong personal motivation and initiative, combined with demonstrated ability to manage and deliver on outputs. You will be experienced in exercising sound judgement when seeking to resolve complex matters. Your success requires the ability to lead research and analysis on technical issues; define and develop recommendations; clearly articulate outcomes to stakeholders; and demonstrate leadership and initiative in a positive team environment.
In filling this position, we are looking for someone who values continuous improvement in relation to their work, themselves and their team.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of applicants and provide flexible, hybrid working options in most roles. We want our employees to reach their full potential which is why we make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to enable applicants with disability, illness and injury to fully participate. Please notify us if you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process to enable your full participation.
The Project Management and Governance branch supports the Department's strategic objectives by building and improving governance structures and capability. The branch coordinates and delivers Treasury's internal audit, risk management, delegations, conflict of interest and project management. The branch supports business continuity planning and arrangements and the corporate planning process and provides legal advisory services to support the Department's governance activities.
Hours per fortnight
Up to 73.5 - hours flexible - talk to us about how this could work for you. We are open to considering a range of flexible work options including part time hours.
Period of Appointment
This is a fixed term appointment for a period of 18 months.
Statement of Duties and Advice to Applicants
Please download the Statement of Duties and Advice to Applicants:
We strongly encourage you to chat to the person listed below to gain a good understanding of the role and how it fits with your career.
To apply, please provide a copy of your current Resume and Short Form Application (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Refer to the'Advice to Applicants'documents for further information.
To submityour application, please click the blue "Apply Now" button. You will be prompted to complete an online application form and to attach your Resume and your two page Short Form Application. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application process, so ensure you have the contact details for two referees before doing this.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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