Are you an experienced senior lawyer with experience in providing high quality advice on legislation under administration by the department?
We are seeking an experienced in-house lawyer with extensive expertise who can collaborate with our key stakeholders to address legal and justice related matters impacting the department.
PO6
closes 13-Mar-2026
Legal Strategy and Services Group (LSSG) advises on all QCS legal matters across litigation, contracts and provides legal services and interpretation across a broad spectrum of areas including employment, commercial and administrative law, coronial inquests, personal injury, civil litigation, anti-discrimination and human rights. Focusing on ethics and integrity ensures QCS conducts itself with the highest degree of accountability and compatibility with governing operating and legal frameworks expected of a top tier public safety agency.
PO5
closes 05-Mar-2026
Looking to take your legal career to the next level? The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is looking for a passionate and skilled Senior Legal Officer (PO4) to join our dynamic team in Cairns. This is a temporary opportunity from date of commencement to 30 June with possibility of extension. This is your chance to take the lead in preparing and managing complex and challenging matters referred to the ODPP for prosecution.
Bring your expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to justice to a role where no two days are ever the same.
Ready to make an impact and contribute to the pursuit of justice? Take the next step and express your interest today!
PO4
closes 12-Mar-2026
Looking to advance your legal career? The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is calling for expressions of interest for a PO3 Legal Officer position in Cairns Chambers. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a pivotal role in preparing complex cases for prosecution, while contributing to Queensland’s justice system.
This temporary, flexible full-time role from date of commencement to 30 September 2026 with possibility of extension offers variety, challenge, and the chance to make a real difference.
PO3
closes 12-Mar-2026
Brisbane Inner City,Cairns region,Logan - Beaudesert,Toowoomba region,Townsville region,Rockhampton region,Gold Coast,Sunshine Coast,Ipswich region
Are you organised, detail-oriented, and ready to make a difference in the legal field?
We are seeking expressions of interest for Legal Support Officers across the state. In this role, you’ll provide essential administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth operation of legal processes. From managing documents and maintaining records to assisting with case preparation, your contribution will be vital to our success. This is your opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills will be valued and your career can grow.
AO2
closes 26-Feb-2027
Unique executive opportunity at Queensland Health! Become Deputy Legal Counsel and lead with impact in a dynamic, high-performance branch.
HES2
closes 11-Mar-2026
Intellectually stimulating, professionally engaging, personally rewarding and lifestyle accommodating is the basis of a career with Crown Law. With five legal branches and 15 teams, a broad range of legal services are offered with many opportunities. You will enjoy a flexible working environment with excellent employment conditions. We offer competitive salary packages and generous superannuation. Other benefits include part-time arrangements, flexible working hours, various leave provisions, telecommuting, reward and recognition programs and employee assistance schemes. Crown Law is committed to the personal and professional development of all staff, providing a number of programs to help staff reach their full potential. Our values are - Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Responsibility.
AO4
closes 12-Mar-2026
Legal, Information Access and Prosecutions (LIAP) is a Branch within Corporate Division which contains the following units:
• Legal Services
• RTI, Privacy & Complaints Management
• Prosecutions Services; and
• Office of the Chief Legal Officer.
We are seeking an experienced property/commercial lawyer to work within the Legal Services team.VIDEO
PO5
closes 11-Mar-2026
Cairns region,Toowoomba region,Moreton Bay - South
We are seeking temporary flexible full-time Legal Officers to take on a position delivering high quality, independent legal services on behalf of OCFOS to departmental staff within the Department. As a Legal Officer, you will be part of a team of lawyers providing practical, independent and strategic legal advice and representation on complex child protection matters. Three positions are available in this opportunity and are located within in a regional office or CSSC at Cairns, Toowoomba and Caboolture - please indicate your preference upon application. The roles will involve travel and attendance at courts and CSSCs across the state to support the Department and its clients. For further information and how you will be assessed for this role, please refer to the attached Role Profile and Candidate Information Package for full details.
PO4
closes 10-Mar-2026
Crime and Intelligence Legal Services (CILS), Legal Division, provides specialist legal advice on criminal matters focusing on major and organised crime investigations and associated policy, procedure and legal risk management issues. The role is dynamic and interesting with legal officers advising on covert investigations, investigations involving or undertaken in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies and the use of non-conventional policing methods. The position reports to and is supervised by a Senior Legal Officer (PO5), Principal Legal Officer and Manager (PO6).VIDEO
PO3
closes 09-Mar-2026
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.VIDEO
PO4
closes 06-Mar-2026
** Continuous Applicant Pool **
As a Legal Officer or Assessment Officer in our team, you’ll play a vital role in assessing blue card applications under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000. You’ll apply your legal knowledge to ensure only the right people are entrusted to work with children.
We are seeking candidates for future PO3 Legal and Assessment Officer roles. We will assess applications regularly as temporary vacancies arise. If deemed suitable, you may be contacted to discuss your application and further selection activities may take place. Pre-employment vetting forms part of our selection process, therefore you will be asked to submit detailed documentation prior to your commencement in a temporary role.
PO3
closes 31-Dec-2026
Brisbane Inner City,Cairns region,Logan - Beaudesert,Toowoomba region,Townsville region,Rockhampton region,Gold Coast,Sunshine Coast,Ipswich region
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is seeking expressions of interest for PO3 Legal Officers. There are multiple temporary flexible full-time positions available in various locations across the state.
As a Legal Officer with the ODPP, you will play a key role in preparing cases referred for prosecution, contributing to the delivery of justice in Queensland. These roles provide a dynamic and rewarding environment where your expertise will support critical legal processes.
This is a continuous recruitment pool to fill various temporary fixed-term vacancies in various chambers across the state. Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Are you ready to bring your skills to the ODPP and make a difference?
PO3
closes 13-Jul-2026
Are you an experienced legal secretary or legal assistant looking for a challenging new role? Legal Aid Queensland are seeking a Litigation Support Officer to support teams in the Criminal Law Services division.
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AO3
closes 15-Mar-2026
Join the Official Solicitor, Corporate Legal Services division at the Queensland Public Trustee (QPT) as a Principal Lawyer within the Sanctions and Litigation team. You will deliver high level legal services, provide authoritative advice, and represent the Office in complex corporate litigation. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the QPT’s corporate activities and ensuring compliance with legislative, professional and public sector standards.
PO5
closes 05-Mar-2026
Are you an experienced legal professional looking to take the next step in a role with purpose, impact and complexity? Join the Queensland Public Trustee (QPT) and help deliver high quality, customer focused legal services that support our customers.
This is your opportunity to step into a key legal leadership role where your expertise in succession law, property law, equity and trusts, and elder and disability law will guide critical decisions and ensure QPT continues to provide trusted and professional services.
PO5
closes 16-Mar-2026
This is an outstanding opportunity for a lawyer to take on a position at Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) delivering high-quality legal services to disadvantaged Queenslanders in the Townsville region.
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PO3
closes 15-Mar-2026
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced legal professional to take on a position at Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) delivering high-quality legal services to disadvantaged Queenslanders in the Townsville region.
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PO4
closes 08-Mar-2026
PO6
closes 04-Mar-2026
Paralegal , Justice
Fixed Term Temporary Flexible full-time
** Continuous Applicant Pool **
As a Paralegal in our team, you’ll play a vital role in assessing blue card applications under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000. You’ll apply your legal knowledge to ensure only the right people are entrusted to work with children.
We are seeking candidates for future PO2 Paralegal roles. We will assess applications regularly as temporary vacancies arise. If deemed suitable, you may be contacted to discuss your application and further selection activities may take place. Pre-employment vetting, forms part of our selection process, therefore you will be asked to submit detailed documentation prior to your commencement in a role.
PO2
closes 31-Dec-2026