Director, Office Of The General Counsel
Vor 4 Tagen
A key leadership role with the world's largest volunteer fire service Lead initiatives that significantly enhance community safety and resilience.
Ongoing professional development opportunities Enjoy employee benefits, including salary packaging and onsite car parking Location: RFS Headquarters, Sydney Olympic Park Total Remuneration Package: $223,417 – $247,520 p.a.
About the opportunity The RFS is a global leader in fire and emergency services.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced legal professional to lead as Director, Office of the General Counsel .
This pivotal role provides expert legal leadership, strategic advice, and compliance oversight to support the organisation's objectives and alignment with government regulations.
As the Chief Audit Executive, you will play a key role in ensuring legal and organisational integrity while mitigating risks.
The RFS is a purpose driven organisation, supporting over 70,000 dedicated members to protect their communities from the impact of bush fire and other emergencies.
When you join the RFS you know you are part of something special, where we are here for our community – we have heart, humanity, and an enduring promise to serve.
In this role, you will provide high-level legal advice to the Commissioner and senior leadership, oversee regulatory compliance, and manage litigation to safeguard the organisation's interests.
You will lead the development of legal policies and frameworks, ensure efficient responses to external inquiries, and uphold privacy responsibilities.
Additionally, you will foster collaboration with stakeholders, drive continuous improvement in legal practices, and promote a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic legal expertise with organisational leadership, making a significant impact on the operations and governance of the RFS.
Our ideal candidate We are seeking a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in senior legal roles, preferably within government or large organisations.
You possess a sound understanding of legislative functions, particularly the Rural Fires Act 1997, and have a proven track record in providing expert legal advice and strategic counsel on complex matters.
As a skilled leader, you have successfully managed legal teams and operations, driving compliance, mitigating risks, and ensuring alignment with organisational and government priorities.
Your expertise spans litigation management, regulatory compliance, policy development, and overseeing responses to external inquiries, privacy obligations, and legislative requirements.
You are a collaborative communicator, adept at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve efficient and effective outcomes and your genuine appreciation for volunteer-based community services, combined with your legal and strategic expertise, positions you as a transformational leader capable of advancing the RFS's mission and objectives.
To be eligible for consideration for this role you must have: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognised institution.
Admission as a solicitor or barrister in an Australian jurisdiction.
A current Practising Certificate issued by the relevant Legal Profession Admission Board.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
During periods of major fire activity, the incumbent may be required to support operational management activities consistent with their skills and background.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the role description.
Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements.
If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.
Looking for more information?
If you are interested in applying for this role and require further information, please reach out to David Spencer, Partner at Future Leadership on 1300 347 437 or via email at ****** If you're interested in joining the RFS: To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application via I Work for NSW , and attach: A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity; A resume including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number) Please submit your application no later than 11:59pm on Friday 31st January 2025.
Please note a concurrent executive search is underway through Future Leadership.
Recruitment Information We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and activelypromote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal people, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework ).
The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government.
Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.
A recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process.
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