Legal Specialist

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Comcare (Australian Government) Full time

As a member of the Regulatory Legal Team at Comcare, you will play a critical role in supporting the organisation's regulatory activities. This involves providing high-quality legal advice and support to inspectors and prosecutors, ensuring that investigations are conducted fairly and efficiently.

Job Description

You will be responsible for:

  • Providing expert legal advice on investigation procedures and statutory notices.
  • Assisting in the preparation of briefs of evidence for prosecutions.
  • Collaborating with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecution and inspectors on complex cases.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in law, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Mandatory Qualifications and Experience:

  • 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.

Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment:

  • Character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check).
  • Employee Health Declaration.
  • Six months probationary period for new engagements.


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