Description:
There are multiple vacancies available. Experience and skills in administrative law, commercial law and/or workplace law will be highly regarded for one of these vacancies.
QPS Legal represents the Queensland Police Service (QPS) before the courts, as well as the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) & other tribunals, in relation to matters such as discipline, discrimination, inquests & appeals. We also provide legal advice and executive support to the Commissioner & Senior Executive on a range of issues including contractual & partnership agreements, statutory interpretation & release of information.
Job details
Position status Permanent Position type Full-time Occupational group Justice & Legal Classification PO6 Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City Job ad reference QLD/648987/25 Closing date 29-Jul-2025 Yearly salary $145606 - $153869 Fortnightly salary $5581.10 - $5897.80 Job duration Contact person Annie Ireland Contact details Phone: 07 3364 4792Access the National Relay Service
Your key accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:
• Assist in managing the conduct of a professional legal practice by supporting the Director, providing leadership and guidance to a team of lawyers and building and sustaining an inclusive, safe and high performing workplace.
• Undertake complex legal matters for the Queensland Police Service and represent the organisation before the courts and tribunals.
• Provide high level strategic advice to manage legal risk to the organisation including on complex and/or sensitive matters affecting, or likely to affect, the State, the Queensland Police Service and its employees.
• Develop and maintain effective and collaborative internal and external relationships and strategic partnerships and represent the organisation at external forums and settings.
• Foster a culture of innovation including by reviewing existing processes and practices and implementing strategies to improve service delivery.
• Maintain and comply with the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
Role Requirements
Mandatory
• Possession of a degree in law from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent qualifications
Qualification
• Admission, or eligibility for immediate admission, as a barrister or solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland and enrolment, or eligibility for enrolment to practice in the Federal and High Courts of Australia
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .
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Multiple positions available.