Senior Lawyer

Queensland Building & Construction Commission
QLD
A$17.50 p/h
Legal → Construction Law
Full-time
Hybrid

Posted 23 days ago


The position is based in Brisbane, and the successful candidate will have the option to work from home under an approved Flexible Work Arrangement.

Key Outcomes and Accountabilities

The Senior Lawyer will be responsible for:

  • Assessing briefs of evidence;
  • Preparing matters for pleas and summary hearing in the Magistrates Court; and
  • Appearing as a prosecutor in summary proceedings in the Magistrates Court.
  • Delivering high quality advocacy services in the prosecution of summary offences in the Magistrates Court, including:
  • Delivering high quality advocacy services for administrative review proceedings in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, judicial review and other proceedings in the Supreme Court, and appellate proceedings in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Court of Appeal.

Please refer to Position Description for futher Key Outcomes and Accountabilities.

Mandatory requirements:

  1. Admitted as a solicitor or barrister of the Supreme Court of Queensland
  2. Holder of a current practising certificate issued by the Queensland Law Society or Queensland Bar Association
  3. Fully compliant with all CPD requirements of the Queensland Law Society or Queensland Bar Association

Candidate Attributes can be found on the Position Description.

How to apply:

Applicants are required to apply via Smartjobs only.

A brief letter (maximum 2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills, knowledge and experience complement this role.

Why join us?

We offer a range of benefits, including a generous 12.75% superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice personal superannuation contributions. We value work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements. Additionally, we support skill development through our study and research assistance scheme.

Referee checks - It is recommended you seek approval when nominating a person as a referee. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your work performance and conduct, and it is preferable to include your current/ immediate past supervisor.


About Queensland Building & Construction Commission

QLD, Australia

The QBCC supports the growing Queensland community by providing information, advice and regulation to ensure the maintenance of proper building standards, remedies for defective building work. By doing this we promote confidence in the building and construction industry. Led by the Commissioner and governed by a board, the QBCC consists of a skilled and expert team of staff that work hard to meet the needs of industry participants and the community.

The QBCC Management Structure Chart (PDF) identifies the key figures within the organisation and their areas of responsibility.

The Commission regulates the building industry throughout Queensland. To provide the best customer service possible, service centres are located throughout the state including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Maryborough, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville and Cairns. Industry stakeholders and the community are also able to engage with the QBCC online or over the phone.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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