This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a position in an organisation that provides legal services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. The Legal Services System (LSS) project will focus on the replacement of Legal Aid Queensland’s (LAQ’s) core business system, LAQ Office. As the Project Officer (LSS Project), you will assist with reporting, scheduling and governance activities to support the LSS project.

Job details

About us

Our 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

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a position in an organisation that provides legal services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. The Legal Services System (LSS) project will focus on the replacement of Legal Aid Queensland's (LAQ's) core business systems, LAQ Office. As the Project Officer (LSS Project), you will assist with reporting, scheduling and governance activities to support the LSS project.

In this role you will:

• Support the Project Director with project coordination and administrative activities to contribute to the successful delivery of the LSS project.
• Provide a range of project management and support services, including preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation, and implementing and monitoring project plans.
• Maintain and update LSS project schedule, data sets and registers.
• Coordinate reporting inputs from the Project Director and consolidate for reporting.
• Respond to enquiries and provide training for business users relating to the LSS.
• Support the LSS Project reporting function.
  
  

Working for Legal Aid Queensland

We're committed to looking after you – professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.

We offer:

• 36.25 hour full-time working week
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous salary packaging - up to $30,000 FBT exempt which includes your taxable income tax and increases your take home pay
• Novated leasing options 
• Annual rewards and recognition
• Commitment to cultural safety
• Free confidential counselling sessions for you and your immediate family

See the attached LAQ Employee Benefits to see more benefits.

To apply please provide:

• a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the Success criteria (Knowledge, skills and experience), in line with the “Key responsibilities”.
• your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications; and
• the names of two referees.

Contact 

Remy Bull – Principal Consultant (Recruitment lead - LSS Project) – Email: remy.bull@legalaid.qld.gov.au  

Closes 11:59pm, Wednesday 27 August 2025

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.

• AO5 Project Officer (LSS Project) - Position Description (PDF, 430KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
  Information Package for Applicants