Principal Investigation Lawyer
1 day ago
The Regulatory Legal team plays a pivotal role in supporting Comcare's regulatory activities, including investigations under the federal Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and criminal prosecutions for alleged contraventions of the WHS Act.
Key Responsibilities:- Providing expert advice and guidance on evidence gathering, issuing statutory notices, and investigation procedures
- Assisting with the preparation of briefs of evidence
- Collaborating closely with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions and Inspectors when a prosecution is commenced
- Facilitating continuous improvement projects and identifying trends and capability opportunities for inspectors
Role Overview:
Under limited supervision, the Senior Legal Adviser is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to investigations, inspections, and other regulatory activity conducted under the WHS Act. This involves assisting with the conduct of prosecutions commenced under that Act, as well as providing mentoring, support, and supervision to more junior members of the team.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Admission as a legal practitioner of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory (five years or more post-admission experience is desirable)
- Current restricted practicing Certificate or ability to obtain one within three months
Experience in providing investigation support and conducting prosecutions in a criminal law or regulatory environment will be highly regarded.
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