Aps5 Legal Adviser

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Comcare Full time

**Overview of the Team and role**

The Regulatory Legal Team provides advice and support to Comcare’s regulatory activities, including investigations under the _Work Health and Safety Act 2011_ (WHS Act) and criminal prosecutions for alleged breaches of the WHS Act. The team supports the Regulatory Operations Group by:

- providing advice and guidance on evidence gathering, the issuing of statutory notices and investigation procedures (investigations).
- assisting with the preparation of briefs of evidence (prosecutions).
- working closely with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions and the Inspector when a prosecution is commenced.
- facilitating continuous improvement projects and identifying trends and capability opportunities for inspectors.

Under supervision, the Legal Adviser supports the development of client-focused legal advice and support in relation to Comcare’s functions as a regulator under the WHS Act. Also under supervision, the Legal Adviser will provide investigation and prosecution support relating to alleged breaches of the WHS Act.

The Legal Adviser will manage risk effectively and manage their workload in a manner consistent with the APS Values and Code of Conduct, the _Legal Services Directions 2017_, and internal Comcare procedures.

**Mandatory Qualifications**
- Undergraduate degree in law.
- Admission as a legal practitioner of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory.
- Current Practising Certificate or ability to obtain one within three months.

**How to apply**

Please review the Job Information Pack below and provide a statement of claims with your responses outlining what you could bring to this position including your skills, experience and knowledge relevant to the job specific capabilities and role (maximum 2 pages).

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