Department of Justice and Attorney-General Multiple full-time roles which may include flexible working arrangements Strategic and interesting work to progress the Government's law reform program Collaborative and supportive team Exciting opportunity for one permanent and one temporary full-time Principal Legal Officer to 30 June 2026 who are looking to make a significant impact in delivering a justice policy and legislation reform agenda within the Department of Justice and Attorney-General.
Strategic Policy and Legislation (SPL) has wide reaching legislative responsibilities that support the operation of Queensland's justice system.
The Criminal Law teams focus on law and policy with respect to criminal law and criminal justice reform, including the Criminal Code, sentencing laws, criminal procedure and jurisdiction, organised crime, drugs misuse and many other aspects of criminal justice policy.
The Principal Legal Officer will be placed in a policy and legislation team focused on criminal law having regard to SPL's business needs.
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; Proven ability or demonstrably transferable skills to lead the analysis, development and evaluation of wide-ranging complex, policy and legislative options within a project management framework, particularly in relation to criminal law, criminal justice and/or DFSV; Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, lead and influence change and deliver outcomes including when faced with resistance and setbacks; Excellent oral and written communication and negotiation skills and the ability to lead, collaborate, or work independently in a team environment; Proven ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships including the ability to influence change.
In addition to great work, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including flexible and remote working arrangements.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/595230/24 Closing Date: Thursday, 24 October 2024 Candidates apply for your job on: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-595230-24
