Assistant Principal Legal Officer
Core
Senior legal officer providing high-quality legal advice and representation, primarily in Domestic and Family Violence matters, while supervising a team of solicitors and legal staff.
Role type
Senior IC legal officer (domestic and family violence)
Builds
Legal advice, representation, and casework services for vulnerable women
Domain
Law (Domestic and Family Violence, Social Justice)
Required skills
Legal advice and representation, caseload management, document review and approval, team supervision and mentoring, policy development, community relationship building, legal compliance, professional development facilitation
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Central Australian legal issues, social justice principles, human rights, relevant legislation and procedures
Technologies
Legal research tools, case management systems
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality legal advice and representation in DFV matters; oversee complex caseloads and ensure timely progression; review and approve work by junior lawyers; supervise solicitors and legal staff; allocate DFV matters; build relationships with community organisations; contribute to policy and advocacy; ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities