About the Role
The Office of the Director of the Public Prosecutions (Cth) (
CDPP
) are seeking an experienced and motivated Evidence Services Consultant to lead the delivery, governance and continuous improvement of evidence services that support organisational objectives and informed decision-making.
This is an exciting prospect for a strategic and collaborative professional to lead complex work, drive innovation and provide expert advice in a dynamic environment.
As an EL1 Evidence Services Consultant, you will lead the management and optimisation of evidence services, ensuring data integrity, quality and accessibility while supporting business outcomes.
You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen governance frameworks and identify opportunities to leverage technology and data to enhance service delivery.
The role requires strong leadership, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities while fostering productive stakeholder relationships.
A background in information technology and data analytics in a legal or investigative environment will be highly regarded.
What will you bring?
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
Strong leadership and the ability to lead complex pieces of work with minimal direction;
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and translate it into practical recommendations;
Highly developed stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills;
Experience managing competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes;
A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering client-focused services; and
Sound judgement, resilience and the ability to work effectively in a regulated environment.
Why join us?
This role offers the opportunity to:
Lead meaningful and complex work that contributes to organisational outcomes;
Influence strategic decision-making through evidence and data-driven insights;




Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders;
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in evidence services; and
Develop your leadership capability within a supportive and inclusive workplace.
If you enjoy being part of a fast-paced team that supports the CDPP's vision of effective and high-quality prosecution service; thrive under pressure and are an analytical thinker that loves solving problems and communicating solutions verbally and in written form to support and persuade, we encourage you to apply.
The key duties of the position include:
Reporting to the National Manager for Evidence Services, in addition to meeting the Integrated Leadership System profile of the Executive Level 1, primary outcomes and accountabilities will involve:
Interrogating data to determine, advise about, instruct on, and supervise the implementation of effective data solutions for litigation, inside and outside of the EMS;
Proactively developing, communicating and supervising the implementation of general and bespoke solutions for the review, analysis, reporting, and exporting workflows required by specific litigation matters inside and outside EMS;
Using learnings from specific litigation matters to recommend improvements for future litigation data management and the EMS;
Effectively managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, tracking delivery schedules, ensuring proper quality assurance, and managing changes in work scope;
Building collaborative relationships with, and providing strategic and technical advice to, prosecutors, APS level staff within Evidence Services, and other CDPP employees;




Providing leadership for all CDPP staff in day‐to‐day activities related to data and the EMS, including formally and informally developing, coaching and mentoring staff;
Delivering educational sessions to legal teams both at a general level and in the context of specific litigation;
Providing high quality advice, reports and business improvement recommendations;
Contributing to the development of strategies, new systems, procedures, policies and practices addressing future CDPP and stakeholder governance needs and emerging industry trends; and
Performing other special projects or duties when required.
Eligibility
The ability to obtain/maintain satisfactory National Police Check and
AGSVA NV1
security clearance
Australian Citizenship
Notes
Desirable Experience
The following experience will be highly regarded:
Experience with database software, for example Relativity, NUIX, Ringtail or EDT, is essential;
Background in Information Technology, Information Management or Digital Services;
Experience analysing and interpreting complex datasets to support operational or strategic decision-making;
Experience leading system enhancements, digital transformation or business improvement initiatives;
Knowledge of data governance, information security and records management principles; and
Scripting ability in VBA and batch is highly desirable but not essential.
No matter where you work with us, you'll have access to:
unique and challenging work;
professional development opportunities;
generous leave entitlements with additional paid time off during the Christmas close-down period;
clear and transparent salary progression, and scheduled salary increases;
15.4% superannuation;
flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance;
a $295 annual wellbeing allowance; and
free and confidential 24/7 counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available for staff and their family members.

📌 Evidence Services Consultant (Perth)
🏢 Director of Public Prosecutions
📍 Perth