Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Prosecution Officer (Lawyer) Level 4
Temporary for a period of up to 12 months
$181,615. Package includes salary ($154,840 - $161,663 p.a.), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Are you an inspirational leader and change agent with strong legal skills and experience?
Do you have the skills to manage a team of legal professionals?
We are currently looking for experienced or aspiring legal managers with excellent people and criminal law skills.
About the role: The ODPP seeks criminal lawyers with excellent people and criminal law skills. This is an ideal opportunity for experienced criminal lawyers with leadership skills to take the next step in their career.
Managing Solicitors are required to lead, coordinate and manage the operations and resources of their team of solicitors and support staff to ensure the effective delivery of criminal prosecution services to the NSW Courts.
As a Managing Solicitor you will:
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all relevant law and procedures to conduct and deliver effective prosecutions and provide high level advice on complex and sensitive legal issues.
Identify and promote initiatives designed to improve systems and work practices in a dynamic legal environment.
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Exercise legal, financial and administrative delegations to ensure the efficient management of the team or office.
Current vacancies are in Sydney, Parramatta and Newcastle. A talent pool will also be created to fill statewide vacancies which may arise over the next 18 months. Please keep this in mind when submitting your location preferences.
About you: This position requires a degree or diploma in Law and admission as an Australian legal practitioner.
Applicants must be eligible for a Practising Certificate and must have one issued or approved by the Law Society of NSW prior to commencement in the role.
Applicants must also have a current driver's licence to work at a regional office.
Interviews The interview process will include capability-based assessments which may require your time or attendance on more than one day.
How to Apply Applicants should read the Role Description and address the key accountabilities and focus capabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter. Applicants must submit a cover letter [maximum two pages] and resume [maximum 3 pages] that highlights their claim for the role and demonstrates their suitability by satisfying the two targeted criteria.
Extensive knowledge of the NSW Criminal justice system and NSW Criminal practice and procedure
Demonstrated ability to provide effective and inspirational leadership in a changing legal environment through promoting a supportive workplace and an ability to provide constructive feedback to improve work performance
Please apply via jobs.odpp.nsw.gov.au, reference number 1081.
Closing date: Sunday 21 July 2024 (11:59 PM)
Enquiries: Jo Croker, Deputy Solicitor for Public Prosecutions (Operations) (02) 9285 8672.
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