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Where careers go further!

  • Work alongside our government clients
  • Strategic and complex legal problems
  • Learn from united expertise of 50+ lawyers

Commonwealth Lawyers

Proximity provides a unique opportunity of doing interesting public sector work under a commercial arrangement that provides support, development, and care.

The Proximity Legal Group is a go-to for Commonwealth legal teams requiring support on complex matters specialising in administrative, litigation, and commercial law. As a team, we infuse passion and purpose into everything we do and have fun while doing it. There are however a few things we take super seriously – our commitment to clients, integrity, pro-bono work, being genuine, generously sharing our knowledge and insights, supporting each other, and giving our lawyers influence in the work they do. We also know that variety is the spice of life.

As a Proximity team member, your role is that of a trusted sidekick – helping our clients’ teams succeed by embracing the complexity and sensitivity of commonwealth law issues and knowing how to be helpful in the context of the APS environment.

Culture matters

We’re looking for someone who fits and lives our values - someone who is:

  • Tenacious. A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.
  • Client-first. Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs.
  • Team players. Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others.
  • Adaptable. Work through ambiguity or uncertainty.
  • Solution oriented. Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Minimum 5 years’ public law, litigation or commercial law experience working within or for the Commonwealth
  • Ability and desire to share your knowledge and develop others
  • Restricted (minimum) practising certificate

Working in Commonwealth Departments often requires an Australian Security Clearance and is therefore desirable, or you have the ability to obtain one.

The Proximity difference

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage and support you in equal measure. We focus on cultivating a genuinely caring and collaborative workplace. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

  • We care – your Health and Wellbeing and Professional Development is supported
  • Give back – opportunities to work with Proximity’s NFP partners Menslink, Fearless Women, Inclusive Australia, The Farm in Galong, The Women's Legal Centre and Tjillari Justice Aboriginal Corporation
  • Make work work – make the hours work for you and your team
  • Promotion pathways – build your career with us
  • Security Clearances and Practising Certificates
  • Belong – be part of the amazing Proximity team

Or you may choose to work more flexibly. Our Proximity Lite employment arrangements support you to focus on applying your incredible technical skills and expertise with clients.

Working with Proximity

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. We collaborate with our clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, we equip our people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit’ solution for our clients’ needs.

We’re committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold Approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.

Does this sound like the right organisation for you?

If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian, Senior Manager- People: careers@proximity.com.au

Learn more about Proximity today https://proximity.com.au/

  • Deliver culturally safe legal services to support First Nations women
  • Work in a close-knit team where your ideas and skills will be genuinely valued
  • Suits First Nations lawyers with family law knowledge, all PAE levels considered

The Organisation
The Women’s Legal Centre ACT (WLC) is an innovative, specialist community legal centre providing crucial legal and social support services to women in Canberra, to keep them safe, strong and in control of their lives. WLC provides legal services within a multi-disciplinary, trauma informed practice model that incorporates cultural support and collaborative services to provide wraparound support to women.
The Mulleun Mura Access to Justice Program The Mulleun Mura Program sits within WLC’s family law practice and is dedicated to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are affected by family and domestic violence, relationship breakdown and who need help engaging with the family law system and/or care and protection. The program provides free, confidential and easy to access advice for First Nations women to be informed of their options in a safe way. Mulleun Mura is led and staffed by a team of experienced Aboriginal women with its priority focus being to help keep Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and their children safe and connected to culture.

Benefits & Culture
• Tax effective not for profit salary packaging and additional paid leave
• Cultural mentoring and annual health and wellbeing allowance
• Paid cultural and reproductive health leave
• Genuine commitment to a flexible, supportive working environment
• Brand new office with modern facilities, supportive of women and their children
• A highly rewarding, manageable caseload of clients, with true focus on quality outcomes
• Relocation assistance available

The Role
Working within the Mulleun Mura Program alongside a passionate team of solicitors and paralegals, you will be responsible for providing quality legal advice and representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on matters such as separation, care arrangements for children, family violence orders and the division of property after separation. This includes representing clients at Federal and State/Territory Courts and Tribunals. Specifically you will:

  • Manage a mixed caseload of family law matters including litigation
  • Provide culturally appropriate legal advice and casework to clients
  • Develop and sustain relationships with community and partner organisations and services
  • Support the development and strategic direction of the program
  • Ensure consistent and reliable data entry and collection
  • Maintain and practice a high level of technical competence

Skills Required
This is an Aboriginal identified role, suited to a solicitor with a deep commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in a way that is empathetic, trauma informed and culturally safe and appropriate. You may be either an experienced family law practitioner or a developing lawyer, and importantly you are motivated by the opportunity to work within an Aboriginal led environment. Additionally you’re able to:

  • Deliver high quality, accurate legal advice and manage casework
  • Provide culturally safe and responsive practices
  • Work and build connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Demonstrate a personal commitment to reflection and self-care practices

Applicants must be eligible to hold or apply for a Restricted Practising Certificate in the ACT.

Please note being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification under s34 of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, women with disabilities, and women from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.


If you’re an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander solicitor eager to work within a highly purposeful program to improve the safety and security of women, please apply to submit your interest addressing the skills required above along with your resume. Alternatively, call Kerri Olafsen on 02 8243 0570 to discuss your interest or email kerri.olafsen@ngorecruitment.com

Robinson + McGuinness Family Law is a boutique family law practice in Canberra providing legal services to a wide range of clients in the areas of family law, wills & estates and care & protection. Consistently ranked First Tier in the Doyle’s Guide for Family & Divorce Law Firms, we are an employer of choice for those looking to grow their career in a well-respected and leading Canberra family law firm.

We are hiring!

We are currently looking for a Family Lawyer (1+ years PAE) to join our team. We are looking for someone passionate about family law, who wants to grow in their skill, knowledge, and capability in a supportive and busy team.

Skills, Qualifications & Attributes

·         Current practising certificate or eligible to hold a practising certificate.

·         Admitted to the High Court of Australia.

·         Excellent communication skills and time management skills.

·         Experience working in a legal office/environment.

·         Ability to build rapport with clients.    

·         Commitment to the delivery of superior legal services including to vulnerable clients.

·         Ability to work autonomously, as part of a team environment and under guidance of senior lawyers.

Benefits

·         Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

·         Mentoring and learning from senior lawyers and directors

·         CPD/ Professional development

·         Bright modern office in convenient CBD location

·         Positive workplace culture

·         Regular social events

If you are looking for a new position in a firm that provides exposure to interesting and challenging work and the opportunity to gain experience and build skills in all areas of family law, please apply online now. All applications will be treated in confidence and with discretion.

Your application should include a cover letter and CV in PDF or Word format, and details of at least one referee (referees will not be contacted without first seeking authorisation). Please send to info@rmfamilylaw.com.au or to our Office Manager, Angela Morris at aem@rmfamilylaw.com.au or apply online via SEEK.

Applications close Friday 20 September 2024. ***Please note we are not accepting applications from agencies or PLT Placement students at this time***

The Department of Home Affairs (the Department) is seeking expressions of interest from lawyers willing to represent subjects under the appointed lawyer provisions set out in Division 3 of Part III of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979 (the ASIO Act).

Overview

Division 3 of Part III of the ASIO Act contains a questioning framework to assist the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) to gather intelligence in relation to politically motivated violence (including terrorism), espionage and acts of foreign interference. ASIO may only question an individual pursuant to the authority conferred by a questioning warrant issued by the Attorney-General.
Questioning of a subject under a questioning warrant is overseen by an independent prescribed authority appointed by the Attorney-General (ss 34AD and 34BD of the ASIO Act). The prescribed authority supervises and provides directions during the execution of the questioning warrant in accordance with Division 3 of Part III of the ASIO Act. The prescribed authority may make directions under the ASIO Act, which must be consistent with the warrant, or otherwise:

  • be approved in writing by the Attorney-General, or 
  • be necessary to satisfactorily address a concern of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) of which the prescribed authority has been informed under section 34DM of the ASIO Act.

The prescribed authority is required to explain to the subject of the warrant a number of procedural matters, including the subject’s rights and obligations under the warrant, when the subject first appears before the prescribed authority.

In certain circumstances, the prescribed authority must make a direction to appoint a lawyer for the subject of a questioning warrant (ss 34FB and 34FC of the ASIO Act). For example, under paragraph 34FB(2)(a) of the ASIO Act, the prescribed authority must give a direction that a specified person be appointed as the lawyer for the subject of an adult questioning warrant where:

  • the warrant includes an immediate appearance requirement, and
  • a lawyer for the subject is not present while the subject is appearing before a prescribed authority for questioning under the warrant.

In these circumstances, the subject may also contact a lawyer of choice other than the appointed lawyer. To enable questioning to commence without delay, the subject will be questioned in the presence of the appointed lawyer until the subject’s lawyer of choice arrives.

In addition to this, a minor must not be questioned in the absence of a lawyer under any circumstances. Therefore, to ensure questioning may commence without delay, the prescribed authority must give a direction that a specified person be appointed as the lawyer for the subject of a minor questioning warrant where:

  • the warrant includes an immediate appearance requirement, and a lawyer for the subject is not present while the subject is appearing before a prescribed authority for questioning under the warrant (s 34FC(2)(a)), or
  • questioning has been deferred to enable the subject to obtain a lawyer, and the prescribed authority is satisfied that such time as is reasonable to enable a lawyer for the subject to be present during the questioning has passed (s 34FC(3)(b)).

The prescribed authority has the authority to appoint a lawyer independently of ASIO and the Australian Government.

What would you do as an appointed lawyer?

Lawyers appointed for the subject of an adult questioning warrant must be present while the subject is questioned before a prescribed authority, unless the subject voluntarily chooses to be questioned in the absence of a lawyer (s 34FA), the prescribed authority gives a direction under subparagraph 34FF(7)(c)(i) that the lawyer is removed due to disruption of questioning proceedings, or the prescribed authority gives a direction that questioning can occur without a lawyer present (this can only occur in the limited circumstances set out in s 34FB(3)(b) or 34FF(7)(c)(iii)). The subject of a minor questioning warrant must not be questioned in the absence of a lawyer.

The lawyer provides advice to the subject during breaks in questioning (s 34FF). A lawyer must not intervene in the questioning or address the prescribed authority during questioning, except to:

  • request clarification of an ambiguous question, or
  • request a break in questioning in order to provide advice to the questioning subject.

The prescribed authority must provide a reasonable opportunity for the lawyer to advise the subject during breaks in the questioning. During a break in questioning, the lawyer may request an opportunity to address the prescribed authority on a matter.

Eligibility requirements:

  • You must be enrolled as a legal practitioner of a federal court or of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory.
  • You must hold a current practising certificate granted under a law of a State or Territory.

Remuneration

Appointed lawyers will be renumerated at an hourly rate of $290, inclusive of GST, to be billed in six-minute units. This hourly rate is consistent with the solicitor fees set out in the Commonwealth’s cost assessment policy for legal financial assistance, available at Commonwealth Legal Financial Assistance Schemes Assessment of Costs—July 2012 (ag.gov.au).

Pursuant to section 34JE of the ASIO Act, applications for financial assistance may be made to the Attorney-General in respect of the subject of a questioning warrant’s appearance before a prescribed authority for questioning under the warrant. Grants under this ASIO scheme are made on written application at the discretion of the Attorney-General. Payment of fees for appointed lawyers by the Government is not contingent on a successful application for financial assistance by the subject of a questioning warrant.

Time commitment

Questioning may take place at short notice, for a maximum permitted questioning period of 24 hours (s 34DJ of the ASIO Act), or 40 hours where an interpreter is present (s 34DK). The subject of a questioning warrant may be questioned initially for a total period of 8 hours of questioning time. The prescribed authority may give a direction to extend the questioning time by two additional 8-hour questioning blocks under certain circumstances (s 34DJ(7) and s34DK(7)). A questioning warrant may remain in force for a period of no more than 28 days, although the Attorney-General may revoke the warrant before the period has expired. Questioning may take place over several days within this 28-day period, provided the maximum permitted questioning period is not exceeded.

Questioning time does not include time occupied with procedural matters, breaks or deferrals of questioning.

The prescribed authority may set breaks between periods of questioning by giving appropriate directions under paragraph 34DE(1)(e). While there is no prescribed number of breaks, a 30 minute break will be offered to an adult questioning subject every 4 hours.1 A minor may only be questioned for continuous periods of 2 hours or less, separated by breaks as directed by the prescribed authority.2 The prescribed authority must provide a reasonable opportunity for the lawyer to advise the questioning subject during breaks in questioning.
In addition to this, the questioning subject must be given a break of sufficient duration in any 24 hour period of questioning to ensure they have an opportunity for an appropriate amount of continuous and undisturbed sleep, having regard to the subject’s age (at least 8 hours for an adult, or 10 hours for a minor).

Appointed lawyers must be willing to attend as required for each questioning session under a questioning warrant. This may be during ordinary business hours or, in exceptional circumstances, outside of ordinary business hours (including at night).

The prescribed authority will work with an appointed lawyer to take into account their availability and other commitments when scheduling questioning sessions.

Secrecy requirements

Division 3 of Part III of the ASIO Act contains a number of secrecy offences in relation to information associated with a questioning warrant (s 34GF of the ASIO Act). Section 34GF of the ASIO Act includes criminal offences if a person discloses information relating to a questioning warrant during the specified period the warrant remains in force, or for a period of up to two years after its specified expiry.

Strict liability applies to paragraphs 34GF(1)(c) and (2)(c) where the subject of the warrant or their lawyer discloses information that indicates the fact that the warrant has been issued, or a fact relating to the content of the warrant, or to the questioning or apprehension of a person in connection with the warrant and/or the information is operational information.

A subject’s lawyer is a lawyer who has at any time been:

  • present, as the lawyer for the subject of the warrant, during the questioning of the subject under the warrant, or
  • contacted for the purpose of the subject obtaining legal advice in connection with the warrant, or
  • contacted for the purpose of the subject obtaining representation in legal proceedings seeking a remedy relating to the warrant or the treatment of the subject in connection with the warrant.

How to express your interest in being an appointed lawyer

Lawyers who wish to nominate their interest should email intelligenceandsecuritypolicy@homeaffairs.gov.au with:

  • Their full name and contact details (landline and mobile phone numbers, and email address).
  • Details of their employer (if any).
  • Their jurisdiction and date of admission as an Australian legal practitioner.
  • Their curriculum vitae, including a written statement confirming the accuracy of the information therein.
  • A copy of their current practising certificate.

By providing this information to the Department, applicants consent to the Department of Home Affairs and relevant Commonwealth agencies, collecting, using and disclosing their personal information for purposes connected with the Appointed Lawyer Scheme in Division 3 of Part III of the ASIO Act. This includes consent for the Department to provide their personal information to ASIO and the prescribed authority for purposes connected with the Appointed Lawyer Scheme. For further information on how your personal information will be collected, used, stored and disclosed please refer to the attached Privacy Notice – Collection of personal information for the purposes of the Appointed Lawyer Scheme under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979 (APP 5).

What happens once you submit your nomination?

Individuals who express their interest in being an appointed lawyer and who meet the eligibility requirements outlined above will be placed on a confidential register maintained by the Department. Lawyers who are on the register will be contacted each year to confirm they are willing to remain on the register. Lawyers may request that they be removed from the register at any time, and can do so by emailing intelligenceandsecuritypolicy@homeaffairs.gov.au.
Should the need arise, the details of lawyers on the register will be made available to the prescribed authority responsible for overseeing questioning under a questioning warrant, in order for the prescribed authority to appoint a lawyer for the subject of a questioning warrant where necessary. While the choice of lawyer will be at the prescribed authority’s discretion, lawyers retain the discretion on whether to accept or decline to act for the questioning subject in any particular matter. Details of lawyers may also be provided to ASIO to assist in security and administrative arrangements in relation to questioning.

Lawyers who are contacted through the register may be asked to provide further information before appointment. Lawyers will also be provided with further information concerning the questioning process before they are required to represent a questioning subject. Terms of engagement will also be settled at that time.

There is no guarantee that lawyers placed on the register will be appointed as lawyers in connection with a questioning warrant. ASIO’s compulsory questioning powers are exceptional in nature and likely to be used sparingly.

Further information

If you would like further information about the Appointed Lawyer Scheme, please email intelligenceandsecuritypolicy@homeaffairs.gov.au.

Thomson Geer is a major Australian Corporate law firm with offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. The firm has more than 650 partners and staff nationally, and offers a dynamic, friendly and professional work environment. We are passionate about constantly providing value to our clients – their business success is our priority. This focus on client value is a key reason for our success. At Thomson Geer we are looking for candidates who are client focused, commercially minded, and who work well in a team environment.   

The role  

We are currently seeking a Law Graduate or recently admitted Lawyer to join our Dispute Resolution team in Canberra. The successful candidate will work in a cohesive team on a broad range of commercial litigation, including complex commercial disputes for institutional and substantial private clients.  
 
The successful candidate will have:

  • Strong academic results
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • A high level of attention to detail

The successful candidate for this position will be self-motivated and proactive, with the confidence and ability to communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels, and possess strong organisational, time-management and multi-tasking skills.  

What we offer:

As a major corporate firm we pose an opportunity to work with a strong and established client base, genuine growth trajectories, and a variety of benefits including: interesting and challenging pro-bono opportunities, flexible working, generous parental leave, flu vaccinations and skin checks annually, study assistance, sophisticated employee assistance program, daily breakfast, corporate discounts, variety of social activities including EOFY and end of year functions, sporting teams and much more. We have a collaborative approach to all we do, based fundamentally on openness, transparency, respect and accountability to get the best outcome for our clients and make sure our team are taken care of.

What you need to do:

To apply for the role, click here.

  • Griffith ACT 2603
  • Salary based on experience
  • Permanent
  • WFH | Flexible hours
  • No billable hour structure!
  • Young and Dynamic law firm in the heart of Manuka

 

A legal practice without billable hours??? Tell me more I hear you say…

Terracon Legal was established with the goal of providing a modern and sophisticated approach to legal services. Initially focused on commercial property law their capability has grown and expanded rapidly due to demand. They now focus on additional legal services to ensure their clients’ needs are met holistically.

Terracon operate on a different frequency; they are the new evolution of legal professional services truly focused on outcomes and not billable hours. In fact, they don’t track hours at all! They have established an environment where their lawyers are trusted to perform and given the room to do so. Let’s face it, they have figured it out. Create an environment where people want to perform for the right reasons, step back and allow it to happen.
 That’s where you come in. With this evolved approach comes success and with success comes growth.

Terracon Legal are searching for their next Wills & Estates Lawyer to join the firm. You will be working within a team of likeminded individuals who value work life balance and enjoy working together tackling all matters within the Wills & Estate legal services field. Working in an incredible office nestled in the beautiful neighbourhood of Manuka with work from home and flexible work arrangements, what's not to love?

We are keen to hear from lawyers experienced in Wills and Estates. You could have two years' experience or perhaps you're a manager or partner looking to join a new firm as a Wills & Estates Lawyer. You bring with you a friendly demeanour, a proactive approach to your work and are a dedicated worker who delivers superior results for your clients.

As an experienced lawyer with a track record in wills and estates you know what you will be doing, but in case you need a little reminder your key focus will be to manage your own case load while also providing support to a busy but delightful Partner where needed on the drafting, reviewing, and updating of wills, trusts and other estate planning documents. You will be proving legal advice to your clients on matters related to estate administration and distribution and much more.  

If this sounds like your next step forward in your career, we want to hear from you! True to their ethos, they are keen to see who you are and what you bring and will be open to paying the right price to get you. So please apply now.

Want to know more? Reach out to Emily for a confidential chat on 0472 580 318 or emily@elliottgray.com.au

 

About the job

ICT Procurement Specialist

  • Complex Procurements
  • Commonwealth Govt & Defence
  • APS6-EL1 /Defence L2 & L3

Proximity has over 100 advisors, lawyers, project managers and commercial experts. Our Procurement & Contracts practice is rapidly growing and are looking for Procurement & Contract specialists and officers to join our team, based in Canberra.

We're in search of an ICT Procurement specialist to deliver key agency strategic objectives. Confident in executing the procurement life cycle this role requires strong stakeholder engagement with a strategic and operational approach.

Who you are

We’re looking for people who live our values – people who are:

  • Tenacious. A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.
  • Client-first. Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs.
  • Team players. Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others.
  • Adaptable. Work through ambiguity or uncertainty.
  • Solution oriented. Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.

Use your Expertise & Skills

 

  • Engaging with stakeholders to determine priorities
  • Undertake market research recommending the optimum commercial approach.
  • Plan and deliver ICT government procurement activities
  • Develop RFx documentation, conduct evaluations and negotiate contracts that demonstrate value for money
  • Provide ‘first line’ probity advice to ensure ethical behaviour during procurement processes.
  • Inform and deliver upon project key milestones
  • Work collaboratively to develop performance management methodologies that encourages strong performance
  • Deliver and/or negotiate value based outcomes for business areas
  • Manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously, liaising with both technical and non-technical staff to ensure timely and responsive procurement services
  • Develop complementary contract and vendor management tools; manage risks and issues

You will have

 

  • Demonstrated experience in developing procurement documentation in consultation with stakeholders, using either Commonwealth panel arrangements and/or adhering to the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
  • Strong communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
  • Sound technical ICT knowledge and understanding of procurement enabling programs
  • Ideally you will have a Cert IV or higher qualification in Procurement and Contract Management which is highly regarded
  • Due to the nature of the work, you must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain an AGSVA security clearance

The Proximity Difference

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

  • Health and Wellbeing, Professional Development allowances – we support your wellbeing and continued learning
  • The chance to give back to your community by working with Proximity’s not for profit partners Menslink, Fearless Women, Inclusive Australia, The Farm in Galong, The Women's Legal Centre and Tjillari Justice Aboriginal Corporation
  • A flexible working environment for work/life balance – make the hours work for you and your team
  • Career progression pathways – We promote based on skill and personal achievement, not needing to wait for a position to available

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit’ solution for its clients’ needs.

We’re committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold Approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.

Does this sound like the right organisation for you?

To learn more about us, view our website https://proximity.com.au/

If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian: recruitment@proximity.com.au

The Law Society of South Australia is seeking an experienced legal practitioner to provide senior leadership of the regulatory functions of the organisation, providing advice and support to the Council of the Law Society, Executive, Ethics & Practice Committee and Law Society staff. 
The Director, Ethics and Practice is a key leadership role for the Law Society of South Australia. Oversighting the regulatory functions of the Law Society and providing advice and assistance for legal practitioners, the Director promotes a strong and ethical legal profession that upholds the rule of law. 

The successful applicant will ensure proper performance of regulatory responsibilities under the legal profession legislation, regulation of trust accounts and provide education to the profession regarding regulatory matters. The successful applicant will require the following attributes: demonstrated high level of integrity and commitment to ethical practice, extensive relevant experience including advocacy in courts and tribunals, particularly in a professional regulation environment, well-developed, diverse stakeholder engagement and communication skills, team orientation with the ability to lead, motivate and develop our capable team to achieve high performance, experience in the provision of continuing professional development and education initiatives for legal practitioners, and experience in developing and implementing process improvement is highly desirable.

It is essential that the applicant be an Australian legal practitioner, holding or able to hold an unrestricted practising certificate in South Australia and with a minimum of 10 years post qualification experience.

Applicants should address each of the required skills/experience elements as set out in the position specifications document. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, 13 September 2024 and should be marked “Private and Confidential” and addressed to the Chief Executive. 

Please click here to view the full advertisement in the Career Centre. 
 

Expressions of interest are sought from eligible and suitably qualified people for appointment to the position of Chief Executive Officer of the ACT Courts and Tribunal (ACTCT).

The Chief Executive Officer is a statutory position under section 11A of the Court Procedures Act 2004 (the Act) with accountabilities to the Chief Justice of the ACT Supreme Court, the Chief Magistrate of the ACT Magistrates Court, the President of the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT), and the Attorney-General through the ACT Justice and Community Safety Directorate Executive.

The Chief Executive Officer is an integral role in the ACT’s Courts and judicial system. The successful applicant requires the experience and expertise to exercise the functions of the chief executive officer under the Act and other Territory law. They will be responsible for supporting the Chief Justice, Chief Magistrate and the President of the ACAT in the exercise of the administrative functions of a court and the ACAT.

Expressions of interest are sought from all areas of the legal community, including the private, government and community sectors. Women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from other culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria is based on the Public Sector Standards under Division 2.1 of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 (PSM Act), which outlines the values, principles and conduct requirements that apply to public sector members under s151 of the PSM Act.

Remuneration

Remuneration is set by the ACT Remuneration Tribunal in Determination 16 of 2023 (remunerationtribunal.act.gov.au) under the Remuneration Tribunal Act 1995. Other terms and conditions may be set by the Executive at the time of appointment.

Inquiries and Expressions of Interest

Written expressions of interest, addressing the selection criteria and accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae should be emailed to judicialappointment@act.gov.au or posted to:

Judicial Appointment
Justice and Community Safety Directorate
GPO Box 158
CANBERRA ACT 2601

General enquiries about the ACT Courts and Tribunal should be directed to the Director-General, Justice and Community Safety Directorate on richard.glenn@act.gov.au. Recruitment-specific queries should be directed to the Justice and Community Safety Directorate via email, at judicialappointment@act.gov.au.

Expressions of interest close on Monday 16 September 2024. Late applications may be accepted at the panel’s discretion.