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Practice Manager

Mid levelSeniorContractOfficeCairns QLD, AustraliaPosted 3 months agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

As a Practice Manager in a new legal chamber in Cairns, you will take the lead in a dynamic environment, overseeing daily operations and managing workloads. This job offers a unique opportunity to mentor a talented team while handling complex legal matters and representing the Chamber at court events. The team values collaboration, professional growth, and a commitment to excellence.

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You'll be responsible for

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Managing caseloads

Managing a caseload of complex criminal law matters and attending court events as required.
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Overseeing workloads

Overseeing legal officers' workloads to ensure timely presentation of indictments.
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Supervising the chamber team

Supervising and leading the chamber team, in consultation with the Principal Crown Prosecutor, to deliver high-quality prosecution services.

Key criteria

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Criminal law expertise

Demonstrated legal practice experience in criminal law matters.

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Leadership experience

Experience supervising and motivating multidisciplinary teams.

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Stakeholder engagement skills

Excellent interpersonal communication and stakeholder management abilities.

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5 criteria for this job
Criminal law expertise
Demonstrated legal practice experience in criminal law matters.

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Leadership experience
Experience supervising and motivating multidisciplinary teams.

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Stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent interpersonal communication and stakeholder management abilities.

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Strong written communication
Ability to analyze data and produce insightful reports.

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Trauma-informed practice knowledge
Understanding of victim rights and trauma-informed approaches.

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