Senior Legal Officer

vor 1 Woche

Brisbane City, Österreich The State of Queensland Vollzeit

Justice and Attorney-General (Organisation site )
Strategic Policy and Legislation; Justice Policy and Reform; Brisbane City

Exciting opportunity as a Senior Legal Officer to make a significant impact and influence law reform in the Department of Justice and Attorney-General. Strategic Policy and Legislation has wide reaching legislative responsibilities that support the operation of Queensland’s justice system and leads the development and coordination of the implementation of proposals for primary and subordinate legislation within the Justice portfolio.

As the Senior Legal Officer you will develop and implement legislative and policy projects in relation to criminal law, criminal justice and/or Domestic Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) matters. You will enjoy a flexible working environment with excellent employment conditions which may include telecommuting for part of the working week.

We are DJAG
Our purpose: Through enabling a fair and just society we make a positive difference to the lives of Queenslanders through the important and challenging work we do.

About the role
Strategic Policy and Legislation (SPL) has wide reaching legislative responsibilities that support the operation of Queensland's justice system. SPL has teams that focus on specific aspects of policy and legislation, as well as some specialist project teams. The Criminal Law Teams focus on law and policy with respect to criminal justice reform (including the Criminal Code and sentencing laws), criminal procedure and jurisdiction, organised crime, drugs misuse and many other aspects of criminal justice policy. The Senior Legal Officer will be placed in a policy and legislation team focused on criminal law having regard to SPL's business needs.

As the Senior Legal Officer you will provide high level advice on complex justice policy issues and develop options, policies, strategies and initiatives. You will
develop and implement legislative and policy projects in relation to criminal law, criminal justice and/or domestic family and sexual violence (DFSV) matters.

What you will bring
To thrive in this role, you will need:
• Demonstrated high level ability to understand key issues and emerging trends in criminal justice and/or DFSV policy and their implications for the Queensland Government and the community;
• Proven ability or demonstrably transferable skills to provide strategic advice and analysis on wide-ranging complex policy and legislative options, particularly in relation to criminal law, criminal justice and/or DFSV;
• To take responsibility for managing and completing work projects within established timeframes and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team and internal and external stakeholders to support and formulate policy outcomes; and • High level oral and written communication and negotiation skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Join Us
Join a highly regarded government department making a meaningful and positive difference for many Queenslanders. Our work is significant and fulfilling.
In addition to great work, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:
• Flexible and remote working arrangements. This may include telecommuting for part of the working week whilst having regard for business needs.
• A rewarding role with professional development opportunities on offer.
• Collaborative and supportive team.
• Strategic and interesting work.
• A highly supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion while contributing to team success.

At SPL we are committed to investing in our staff and working with them to develop their careers. As our staff progress through their careers, we offer a range of learning opportunities to support the development of their technical expertise, their interpersonal skills, management and leadership capability. We encourage our staff to take responsibility for their learning and professional development

Make it happen
After reading the application information package and the role description, apply for a new challenge that makes a difference in your community.
Applications to remain current for 12 months. Applicants may be considered for other vacancies at this level during the period, which may include temporary roles.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/572055/24
Closing Date: Friday, 5 July 2024

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

There are two Permanent full-time positions available.

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