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Legal Officer Grade IV

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeParramatta NSW 2150, AustraliaLegalPosted 5 days agoVerified 14 hours ago
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About the job

The Solicitor position at Corrective Services NSW is an exciting opportunity for a motivated lawyer to thrive in a dynamic environment. This job involves collaborating with a supportive team while developing essential government legal skills. With a focus on diverse responsibilities, you will play a vital role in guiding legal strategy and providing high-quality legal services.

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You'll be responsible for

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Guiding legal strategy

Working closely with senior lawyers and a multi-disciplinary team to guide legal strategy and policy.
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Providing legal advice

Delivering complex legal advice on operations, regulatory, and strategic matters for CSNSW.
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Drafting legal documents

Drafting ministerial and other briefing notes, ensuring high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.

Key criteria

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Legal qualifications

Possession of a valid practising certificate as a Government legal practitioner.

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Experience in statutory interpretation

Demonstrated experience interpreting statutes and legal frameworks.

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Regulatory compliance knowledge

Experience with regulatory responses, including ICAC and SafeWork NSW.

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5 criteria for this job
Legal qualifications
Possession of a valid practising certificate as a Government legal practitioner.

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Experience in statutory interpretation
Demonstrated experience interpreting statutes and legal frameworks.

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Regulatory compliance knowledge
Experience with regulatory responses, including ICAC and SafeWork NSW.

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Drafting skills
Proven ability to draft legal documents and briefing notes accurately.

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Communication skills
Experience explaining legal issues to non-legal audiences effectively.

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