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Principal Legal Officer Grade 6

SeniorFull-timeHybridParramatta NSW 2150, AustraliaLegalPosted 5 days agoVerified 5 hours ago
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About the job

The Principal Legal Officer Grade VI position at CSNSW Special Projects Team is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality legal and policy advice. This job plays a vital role in ensuring compliance and effective legal guidance in various matters. The team values collaboration, integrity, and adaptability, creating a supportive environment for professional growth.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing legal advice

Delivering high-quality legal and policy advice in relation to administrative and employment law, civil litigation, and inquiries is a key responsibility.
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Supervising a team

Leading and managing a small multidisciplinary team, including legal officers and project officers, is essential for effective operations.
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Liaising with stakeholders

Regularly engaging with senior executives, internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

Key criteria

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Legal qualifications

Possession of a current unrestricted NSW practising certificate.

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Experience in administrative law

Demonstrated experience providing legal advice on administrative law matters.

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Stakeholder relationship skills

Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

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5 criteria for this job
Legal qualifications
Possession of a current unrestricted NSW practising certificate.

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Experience in administrative law
Demonstrated experience providing legal advice on administrative law matters.

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Stakeholder relationship skills
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

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Legal research skills
High level computer research skills, including legal research tools.

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Current driver’s licence
Valid driver’s licence for travel related to job responsibilities.

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