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Executive Director, Regional Services
Brisbane
Executive leadership role now available | Strategic and operational leadership for regional legal services.
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | SES2(H) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/576087 |
| Closing date | 17-Jul-2024 |
| Job duration | Contract Five Years |
| Contact person | Peter Delibaltas |
| Contact details | Peter.delibaltas@legalaid.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
Legal Aid Queensland's (LAQ) vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
About the Role
As Executive Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for service delivery across 14 regional offices. You will drive whole-of-state accountability for the operational delivery of client and community centred integrated services and oversee and coordinate the delivery of regionally based legal services to ensure consistency and alignment to client needs.
This role is offered as an SES contract for a period of up to 5 years, with the possibility of an extension.
About You
You must be admitted or eligible for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland, and eligible for a current practicing certificate and entry in the High Court Register of Practitioners.
To be successful in the position, you will draw on experience in leadership and management roles within the legal professional with the ability to drive innovation and enhance the delivery of legal services in each region. Your excellent interpersonal skills, strategic mindset and understanding of regional dynamics will assist you identifying and implementing opportunities and strategies for improvement across diverse geographical locations.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume, cover letter and a written statement (maximum 2 pages) on how you have demonstrated the capabilities outlined in the ‘About You' section listed the role description attached to Smart Jobs advertisement.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
Application Kit
1. Position Description Executive Director Regional Services (PDF, 216KB)
Role Description
