Legal Officers
Job Description
Our Opportunity
Legal Officers are responsible for assisting the ALRC to provide rigorous evidenced-based recommendations for reform to the Government through undertaking complex legal and policy research and analysis.
Who are we looking for?
We seek people who bring external ideas, diverse experience, and global perspectives, and are willing to explore innovative ways of working. People who work for us will display leadership at all levels, apply information effectively in order to solve problems, and work collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to Inquiries
Support Principal Legal Officers and Senior Legal Officers by:
- contributing to chapters for consultation documents and final reports;
- conducting legal and policy research on key issues involved in the Inquiry;
- undertaking research to identify relevant stakeholders for the Inquiry;
- scheduling and organising consultation meetings with identified stakeholders;
- participating in consultation meetings and taking comprehensive notes;
- analysing and summarising submissions;
- contributing to the formulation of proposals and recommendations for reform; and
- attending ALRC Advisory Committee meetings and recording minutes of these meetings as required.
Other activities
- Write articles for inclusion in law journals and publications, as required;
- Begin to foster and establish effective relations with key stakeholders through attendance at relevant conferences, workshops and networking opportunities;
- Assist with the preparation of submissions to other inquiries; and
- Assist with the completion of other corporate compliance activities such as FOI requests, drafting content for the Annual Report and Corporate Plan.
Contribute to the strategic development of the ALRC
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the ALRC’s website and communications strategies by drafting content and providing ideas and initiatives; and
- Assist with the formulation of press releases and other communication documents.
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated experience post university in a relevant legal role.
- Demonstrated legal research and/or policy skills that can assist the ALRC to complete law reform inquiries.
- Proven ability to write clear and concise documents, to clearly articulate complex ideas and concepts and to communicate with influence.
- Demonstrated capacity to foster productive working relationships, working in a team, sharing information and ideas, and considering the views of others.
- Ability to work independently, to prioritise tasks and set schedules in order to meet specified deadlines.
- The range and nature of work within the ALRC requires a workforce that reflects our diverse society and the department provides a number of support mechanisms for employees.
As an ALRC employee, you will:
- be part of an inclusive and diverse work environment;
- receive a generous starting salary and work conditions;
- benefit from supportive learning and development; and
- benefit from supportive learning and development.
How to apply
Applications are to be emailed to [email protected] .
As part of your application, you will need to provide:
- your current résumé
- a statement of claims (max. 750 words) describing how you meet the Selection Criteria as outlined above.
- the names and contact details of two referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process or require any reasonable adjustments, please email [email protected] .
