In-Demand Legal officer Jobs in Queensland

Legal Officer
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's degree
Research Funding Support Officer
University of the Sunshine Coast —Buderim QLD
- $95,986 - $103,873 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
- Employee assistance program
Legal Support Officer
Queensland Government —Ipswich QLD
- Temporary
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
Legal & Governance Officer
Tablelands Regional Council —Atherton QLD
- $93,743.95 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
19h
Client Service Officer - Client Support
Shine Lawyers —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Remote
- Work from home
10d
Field Research Officer - QLD - Hervey Bay
Roy Morgan —Hervey Bay QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Field Research Officer - QLD - Cairns
Roy Morgan —Cairns QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Victim Liaison Officer
Queensland Government —Ipswich QLD
- Temporary
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Field Research Officer - QLD - Gold Coast
Roy Morgan —Gold Coast QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Field Research Officer - QLD - Bundaberg
Roy Morgan —Bundaberg QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Academic Services Officer (12-Month Maternity Leave Cover)
All Souls St Gabriels School —Charters Towers QLD
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
Field Research Officer - QLD - Toowoomba
Roy Morgan —Toowoomba QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Field Research Officer - QLD - Maryborough
Roy Morgan —Maryborough QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Field Research Officer - QLD - Sunshine Coast
Roy Morgan —Maroochydore QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Field Research Officer - QLD - Logan
Roy Morgan —Logan City QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Industrial/Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) —Brisbane QLD
- $45.28 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
13d
Field Research Officer - QLD - Goondiwindi
Roy Morgan —Goondiwindi QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research
Court Services Officer
Queensland Government —Gold Coast QLD
- Temporary
Administrative Officer (Transcriber)
Queensland Government —Ipswich QLD
- Temporary
- Microsoft Office
- Typing
- Communication skills
Field Research Officer - QLD - Brisbane
Roy Morgan —Brisbane QLD
- $35.72 - $38.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Research

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Legal Officer

Queensland Government -
Brisbane QLD

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Job Details

Temporary

Benefits

Salary packaging

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Experience working with children
Blue Card
Graduate certificate
Bachelor's degree
Legal drafting
Organisational skills
Graduate diploma
Communication skills
Time management

Full Job Description

About the Role:
As a Legal or Assessment Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the wellbeing of children and young people by processing and assessing blue card applications for people who have criminal histories or other assessable information. Your legal acumen and attention to detail will be crucial in assessing applications and providing sound advice based on the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000.

What You'll Do:
Assess blue card applications in the best interests of children
Conduct risk assessments and draft clear, evidence-based recommendations
Liaise with applicants and stakeholders, gathering and recording critical information
Provide clear legal and procedural advice to internal and external stakeholders
Manage case files efficiently and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team
Contribute to a positive team environment and uphold our values of equity, diversity, and inclusion

What we're looking for:
Legal acumen and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, in particular the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Strong written communication, especially in drafting legal documents and reports
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
A passion for safeguarding Queensland's children and young people

Why Join Us?

Be part of a mission-driven team that values integrity and impact
Build your legal career in a unique and meaningful area of public service
Generous leave entitlements and flexible work options
Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven team culture
Competitive salary with superannuation and salary packaging options
Continuous applicant pool - apply once and be considered for future opportunities!

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What you need to know before applying

To be eligible for employment in this position, you must hold a university degree (undergraduate and/or postgraduate including graduate certificate and graduate diploma) from a recognised tertiary institution in one of the following disciplines:

Law
Social work
Human Services or social welfare
Psychology or behavioural science
You will need to provide a copy of your qualifications, with originals sighted prior to engagement. If your qualification is from an overseas institution, you are responsible for obtaining official recognition (see https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/training-careers/osqrecognition). You will be required to provide this prior to engagement.
If you are placed in the applicant pool, you may be offered an opportunity to participate in the next selection activity.
By submitting an application, you will not automatically be considered for other advertised vacancies across the department. If you wish to apply for other roles or continuous applicant pool for our Legal/Assessment Officer (PO3) in our division, you will need to apply via Smart Jobs and follow the process outlined in that vacancy.

Apply now and help shape a safer future for Queensland's children.

Your legal skills can make a lasting impact, one application at a time.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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legal officer jobs in queensland

Legal Officer

Research Funding Support Officer

Legal Support Officer

Legal & Governance Officer

Client Service Officer - Client Support

Field Research Officer - QLD - Hervey Bay

Field Research Officer - QLD - Cairns

Victim Liaison Officer

Field Research Officer - QLD - Gold Coast

Field Research Officer - QLD - Bundaberg

Academic Services Officer (12-Month Maternity Leave Cover)

Field Research Officer - QLD - Toowoomba

Field Research Officer - QLD - Maryborough

Field Research Officer - QLD - Sunshine Coast

Field Research Officer - QLD - Logan

Industrial/Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Field Research Officer - QLD - Goondiwindi

Court Services Officer

Administrative Officer (Transcriber)

Field Research Officer - QLD - Brisbane

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