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Senior Legal Officer and Integrity Advisor
Brisbane - Inner City
Join the Office of the Queensland Integrity Commissioner as a Senior Legal Officer and Integrity Advisor (PO5).
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to promoting integrity and accountability in public office.
You will provide high-quality legal advice, assist with legislative interpretation, and support the development of ethical standards. The role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact.
If you are a qualified legal practitioner with a passion for governance and integrity, we encourage you to apply.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | PO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/OQIC689985 |
| Closing date | 05-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Ellie Jary |
| Contact details | 07 3096 6406 Access the National Relay Service |
The Office of the Queensland Integrity Commissioner is seeking a Senior Legal Officer and Integrity Advisor (PO5) to join our team.
As the Senior Legal Officer and Integrity Advisor, you will provide legal expertise to support the Queensland Integrity Commissioner's statutory functions.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide clear, concise, and well-reasoned legal advice on matters, including legislative interpretation, administrative law, and issues arising under the Integrity Act 2009.
- Prepare draft written advice on ethics, integrity, and conflict of interest issues, as requested by ‘designated persons' under the Integrity Act 2009.
- Support the Integrity Commissioner to discharge statutory functions related to the Queensland Lobbying Register, including assessing applications for registration as a lobbyist, drafting compliance notices, show cause notices and decision letters, and assisting with regulatory actions for non-compliance.
- Draft and review plain English fact sheets, website content, briefing notes, submissions, and correspondence to ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
- Contribute to identifying potential amendments to legislation, standards, codes, and policies to align with the purpose of the Integrity Act and the functions of the Integrity Commissioner.
- Assist in the development and delivery of educational resources and training to raise awareness of the Integrity Commissioner's role and promote ethical standards.
- Undertake special projects, such as improving internal processes and office governance, under the guidance of senior officers.
- Provide guidance and support to junior legal officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Mandatory Requirements:
- A degree in law from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Admission or eligibility for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland.
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
- Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
- Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
Should you require any additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager listed to discuss your requirements.
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