Senior Legal Counsel

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Location

Perth Children's Hospital, Nedlands

Unit/Division

Child and Adolescent Health Service - Perth Children's Hospital

Position Type

This is a fixed‑term position for 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanence. There is currently 1 vacancy available for immediate filling.

About Our Team

Our team provides in‑house legal services to the Board, Executive leadership and clinical and operational teams across the Child & Adolescent Health Service (CAHS). This includes providing legal advice and managing litigation and commercial matters to support CAHS’ overall mission to deliver the highest quality health services to children and young people in Western Australia.

Position Profile and Role

We are seeking a lawyer with at least 5 years post‑admission experience and the skills to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. Reporting to the CAHS General Counsel, you will provide pragmatic legal advice on complex and sensitive matters across the breadth of our health service.

Responsibilities

- Identifying and managing legal risk on behalf of CAHS.
- Managing, in conjunction with external legal providers where applicable, a wide range of litigation including coronial investigations and inquests, medical treatment liability and treatment matters in the Family Court.
- Drafting, reviewing and advising on contracts including procurement, intellectual property and medical research.
- Supporting the development of policies that comply with legal requirements.
- Building strong and effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinating the provision of services to CAHS by external legal providers.

Qualifications

A degree in law, evidence of admission to or eligibility for admission to the Australian legal profession and evidence of entitlement to engage in legal practice in Australia are requirements for this position.

Why Join Us?

If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, we invite you to apply for this exciting new role and shape your career in a healthcare environment where your contributions truly matter.

Application Instructions

- A statement addressing the essential selection criteria in no more than 2–3 pages.
- A current resume that highlights your employment history and suitability for the position in the context of all the position requirements.
- A copy of your current practising certificate.
- Please provide the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one person who has been your direct line manager/supervisor.

Role Related Questions

If you would like further information regarding the position please contact Bronwyn Peters, General Counsel, on email bronwyn.peters@health.wa.gov.au or phone 08 6456 4041.

Help in Submitting Your Application

If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

EEO Statement

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are also committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Support for Your Interview Process

CAHS strives to ensure the interview process caters to the access needs of all applicants. Please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team via email CAHS.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au or phone on +61 8 6456 0321 prior to your interview if any reasonable adjustment to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries needs to be made.

Lodgement is System Generated

Any submissions on or after 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

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