The Crime and Intelligence Legal Services is seeking an experienced lawyer with a passion to make a difference to join our dedicated team.

You will work in a dynamic environment with interesting operational work and involving the implementation of new powers. The role is rewarding, supporting the frontline to enhance community safety.

You will provide legal advice to investigators and senior officers on complex legal issues in relation to the investigation of major and organised crime and the exercise of police powers.

Job details

The Crime and Intelligence Legal Services is seeking an experienced lawyer with a passion to make a difference to join our dedicated team.

You will work in a dynamic environment with interesting operational work and involving the implementation of new powers. The role is rewarding, supporting the frontline to enhance community safety.

You will provide legal advice to investigators and senior officers on complex legal issues in relation to the investigation of major and organised crime and the exercise of police powers.

You will represent the Queensland Police Service before courts and tribunals when required and contribute to the development and delivery of legal training programs relevant to the investigation of major and organised criminal activity.

You will work in a collaborative and supportive team and receive mentoring and guidance. The range of duties recognises excellent communication and analytical skills that could be drawn from experience in a number of legal specialties and background.

Your key accountabilities

The core capability requirements for this role are:

• Perform the duties of specialist legal practitioner for the Queensland Police Service.
• Provide written and verbal advice on complex legal issues and assistance to investigators and officers in relation to the investigation of major and organised criminal activity.
• Draft legal documents including warrants and affidavits.
• Represent the QPS in court proceedings including applications for covert warrants.
• Provide assistance to senior officers and investigators in an advisory capacity at interviews.
• Compile reports and provide recommendations as required concerning the progress of investigations into major and organised crime.
• Preparation and submission of complex legal administrative reports relating to covert warrants and checking and updating of warrant records.
• Liaise with relevant outside bodies including Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and government agencies.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of legal training programs relevant to the investigation of major and organised criminal activity.

Role Requirements 

Mandatory 

• Possession of a degree in law from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent qualifications.  
• Admission, or eligibility for immediate admission, as a barrister or solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland.  
• Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to the minimal level of Negative Vetting Level 1. 

Other 

• The successful applicant will be required to undergo psychometric assessment, prior to appointment.  
• Applicants are advised that whilst performing the duties of the position they may be exposed to material (written, visual and audio) of a graphic and sensitive nature. 
• The successful applicant will be required to perform duty in locations as directed by Legal Division.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/679463/26

Closing Date: Friday, 6th March 2026

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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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 679463-26-Role Description (Word, 3.67MB)
  
  
  679463-26-Applicant Guide non-Police (Word, 227KB)