Principal Legal Officer

2 weeks ago

City Of Joondalup, Australia Department Of Water And Environmental Regulation Full time
Join to apply for the Principal Legal Officer role at Department of Water and Environmental Regulation.2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
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Base pay range A$165,719.00/yr - A$179,499.00/yr The Opportunity: Principal Legal Officer (SCL5)As Principal Legal Officer, you'll be part of the strategic legal leadership team, guiding the Department's legal direction, managing complex legal advice, and overseeing litigation and statutory matters across environmental, administrative, and public sector law.
This role builds legal capability, champions good governance, and fosters relationships with First Nations partners, legal experts, and government stakeholders to drive impact.
This fixed-term opportunity runs until December 2027 and supports the introduction of Deemed Decision Making for low-risk, low-complexity assessments.
For more details, including responsibilities and requirements, view the Job Description Form (JDF) via the Jobs WA link below.
We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance, empower our staff, and boost productivity.
Our department values diversity and inclusivity, welcoming Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, women, and youth.
For more information, contact Chantelle Power, Director Legal Services at chantelle.power@dwer.wa.gov.au.
Discover more about us and our opportunities on our Linked In page.
To learn more about this role, click the Apply link to visit the Jobs WA website for details and application submission.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00pm on 8 August 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries Government Relations Services Environmental Services
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