Join to apply for the Principal Legal Officer role at Department of Justice QLDJoin to apply for the Principal Legal Officer role at Department of Justice QLDDepartment of Justice QLD provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Department of Justice QLD. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$129,089.00/yr - A$138,273.00/yrLooking for a permanent legal role where your work directly protects children and young people?Join Blue Card Services as a Principal Legal Officer (PO5) and lead a team that ensures people working with children meet the highest standards of integrity and safety. Your work will ensure that only the right people can work with children, making a lasting impact on community safety.What’s in it for you?Permanent, full-time role with flexible working arrangements including hybrid work.$129,089 - $138,273 per year + 12.75% superannuation.Work in a high-impact regulatory environment that keeps kids safe.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professional officers.Engage in complex legal and regulatory decision-making.About the roleProvide strategic and operational direction to the Eligibility Assessment Team.Ensure the quality, consistency, and accuracy of assessments under relevant legislation.Assess police and adverse information to determine Blue Card eligibility.Manage escalated matters, refine practices, and drive continuous improvement.Prepare legal correspondence and provide advice to stakeholders.Experienced legal professional with strong regulatory and decision-making skills.Someone who can mentor and support assessing officers.Skilled in managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.Committed to upholding child safety and integrity in regulatory decisions.Apply via Smart Jobs – Submit your resume (max 4 pages) and a one-page cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesGovernment Administration
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