Senior Crown Prosecutor – Appeals

Executive Contract Officer 1 - Remuneration Package $226,322 Director of Public Prosecutions NT Darwin, Northern Territory An Executive contract of up to 4 years may be offered. Opportunity to advance your career as the Senior Crown Prosecutor - Appeals, in the Director of Public Prosecutions NT. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is recruiting a senior legal professional to join their Executive Leadership Team as the Senior Crown Prosecutor - Appeals (Darwin). As part of the Executive Leadership Team, you will work under the leadership of the Director and assist in providing the Northern Territory community with an independent, professional and effective criminal prosecution service. As the Senior Crown Prosecutor - Appeals, your primary objective will be to provide high-level expert advice directly to the Director of Public Prosecutions in relation to prosecutorial decisions, complex appeals, and other legal issues, and act and appear in appellate matters, as well as act as a leader within the organisation, mentoring other staff and overseeing appeals from the Local Court. As a DPP Executive, you share oversight of the decisions and ensure they are of high quality and in accordance with the law, guidelines and policy. You will contribute to the development and implementation of changes to systems, ensure continuous improvement in the quality of decisions, and provide professional advice and support to less experienced prosecutors and staff. To be shortlisted for the position it is essential you have been; admitted or are eligible for admission as a barrister or solicitor of the High Court or a Supreme Court of a State or Territory of Australia, have highlevel knowledge of and experience in criminal law, practice and procedure, proven experience in the prosecution of appeals and other complex matters, and the ability to manage a legal practice. High-level communication and negotiation skills, combined with well-developed political and cross-cultural awareness and an understanding of Aboriginal issues relevant to prosecution services is essential. The rewards We understand working in the DPP will be challenging but we are confident the rewards and opportunities are unlike other jurisdictions. In return, you will receive a competitive Executive Contract Officer 1 remuneration package, inclusive of 12% superannuation, five weeks recreational and three weeks personal leave and 17.5% annual leave loading, motor vehicle and parking, substantial career satisfaction and flexible work arrangements. Residing outside Northern Territory This is a great time to consider moving to the Territory. Reward yourself with an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore stunning landscapes and tourist attractions, enjoy colourful tropical sunsets and spectacular lightening displays, and experience the ancient culture of Australia’s First Nations People. You will find the Territory’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work andplay. Explore the Territory : Join the Territory https : / / jointheterritory.nt.gov.au / move / regional-living-guides / alice-springs-and-surrounds https : / / jointheterritory.nt.gov.au / move / regional-living-guides / darwin-and-surrounds https : / / jointheterritory.nt.gov.au / move / moving-from-interstate For further information about this vacancy please contact : Patrick Williams, A / Director on or Quote vacancy number : 10012 Closing date : 09 / 12 / 2025 Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications, and contact details for at least two appropriate referees. For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https : / / jobs.nt.gov.au / Home / Search #J-18808-Ljbffr