As a senior criminal lawyer, you will represent legally aided clients and instruct counsel in complex and high profile criminal law matters, while assisting the principal lawyer to supervise the legal work of, train and guide staff within the team. The role also gives you the opportunity to contribute to improvements to the legal aid and criminal justice systems

Job details

Key Details:

• Position is from date of appointment till 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension.
• This position will require the appointed applicant to undertake representation of children including undertaking children's court duty lawyer. As a result, if not already accredited, the successful applicant will be required to achieve Childrens Court Duty Lawyer accreditation as a priority upon commencement in the role.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:

• Provide legal information and advice to clients and the public.
• Provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts and appear on higher court call-overs and mentions.
• Help the principal lawyer to supervise legal work and develop the legal skills of, train and guide staff within the team, Legal Aid Queensland lawyers state-wide and also external legal practitioners, regarding criminal law and related matters.
• Support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
• Help in initiating and maintaining networks with relevant bodies in the criminal justice system and liaise with key criminal justice system stakeholders.

About You:

• You have extensive experience in the conduct of summary and indictable criminal law matters and related areas of law, including preparation, representation and advocacy experience.
• You have a detailed knowledge of the practice and procedure of criminal law, evidence and ethics and are able to provide advice on and contribute to changes in policies, procedures and systems. You are also committed to self-development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the criminal law and procedure.
• You contribute to the professional development of others including, providing clear guidance, constructive feedback and mentoring.
• You present and write in a clear, concise and articulate manner. You can offer convincing rationale and negotiate persuasively. You tailor your communication style to the audience and communicate effectively with both external stakeholders and also clients with complex needs.

What we offer you

• 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
• Generous salary packaging
• 12.75% employer super contributions
• Flexible working hours
• Study leave for approved work-related courses.
• Locality Allowance

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.

• PO5 Senior Lawyer - Crime Position Description (Bundaberg) (PDF, 351KB)
  Role Description
  
  LAQ Information Kit for Applicants (PDF, 448KB)
  Application Kit
  
  LAQ_00058 Employee Benefits(2) (PDF, 277KB)
  Application Kit