Principal Lawyer

About us

We have a vision that our communities will be safe and supported by fair and ethical public institutions with a focus on those matters of highest threat to the Queensland community. As an organisation we are committed to this vision and as such our values of people, accountability, integrity, courage and excellence underpin everything we do at the CCC.

What we offer

At the CCC our people have access to a range of employee benefits that promote career development, enhance employee wellbeing and encourage a healthy and balanced work and home life. When you join the CCC you can access the following benefits: 

• salary packaging
• 12.75% superannuation
• flexible work options, including working from home
• access to paid parental leave
• accrued time off
• opportunity to purchase leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• health and wellbeing program
• study assistance
• access to a wide variety of training opportunities
• free annual influenza vaccination
• six star rated inner city location close to public transport 

About you 

The ideal applicant will demonstrate capability in the following requirements: 

The Principal Lawyer – Crime Division – Proceeds of Crime is responsible for providing high quality and timely legal services including legal advice, to support multi-disciplinary teams conducting serious crime and civil confiscation investigations and litigation directed to the restraint and confiscation of the proceeds of crime. This includes participation in the planning, conduct and oversight of associated litigation and the preparation of documents and materials associated with those processes. The position also requires proactive contribution to law reform projects in the area of asset confiscation, including digital assets, and consultation with other law enforcement bodies regarding proceeds of crime matters.

How to apply 

For more detailed information, including what is required to demonstrate your suitability for the role, refer to the attached role description. Pre-employment vetting forms a part of our selection process - you may be asked to provide detailed personal particulars and private interests information. For more information about our security vetting process please refer to How to apply | CCC - Crime and Corruption Commission Queensland

This is a re-advertisement for QLD/643341, any applications received for this before 30 June 2025 do not require resubmission. 

 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.