Legal Professional Conduct Specialist

6 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia The State of Queensland Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Professional Conduct Specialist to join our team at The State of Queensland. As a key member of our regulatory team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of the legal profession and upholding the highest standards of conduct.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Conduct Investigations: Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into complaints and allegations of misconduct against lawyers and law practices, ensuring that all relevant evidence is gathered and assessed.
  2. Assess and Advise: Assess and advise on the merits of complaints and allegations, providing recommendations for further action as necessary.
  3. Negotiate Resolutions: Negotiate resolutions with lawyers and law practices to resolve complaints and allegations in a fair and timely manner.
  4. Provide Investigatory Functions: Provide investigatory functions, including assessing, investigating, and recommending what action should be taken on identified audit issues, relevant conduct, and complaints.
  5. Mentor and Develop: Mentor and develop more junior members of the team, providing guidance and support to ensure their success in their roles.
  6. Contribute to Regulatory Litigation: Contribute to the preparation of regulatory litigation, including discipline applications, summary offence prosecutions, and other enforcement action.
  7. Discharge Other Duties: Discharge other duties as directed from time to time, including assisting other teams within the Commission and contributing to the development of policies and procedures.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • A strong understanding of the legal profession and regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
About Us

The State of Queensland is committed to building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and diversity. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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