South Australia Police is seeking an experienced Prosecuting Solicitor to join our Christies Beach Prosecution Unit in an ongoing full-time or part time capacity.
Prosecution Services Branch (`PSB') consists of a Strategy and Support Section encompassing the Major Indictable Brief Unit, Prosecution Support, Policy and Advice, Training and Administration; and an Operations Section consisting of 15 general prosecution units.
The Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Prosecution Unit Manager for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication, negotiation and advocacy.
The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to manage prosecution files across the full range of complexity.
The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession.
South Australia Police offers:
Access to a range of training and professional development programs.
Various flexible working arrangement options and accrual of flexi time for any time worked over the standard hours.
Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, including onsite gym, health assessments, nutrition programs and Fitness Passport membership.
A range of special leave options for compassionate, caregiving and cultural needs.




Various salary packaging and additional superannuation contribution options.
Special Conditions
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.
Requirements
A degree in law and admitted (or eligible to be admitted) as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia.
Possession of an unrestricted practicing certificate.
A sound ability to conduct legal research (statute and common law) and analyse and prepare legal opinions.
Experience in legal practice (criminal).
Experience in the conduct of matters before Courts of Summary Jurisdiction (or higher) in Australia.
A sound knowledge of criminal law.
Salary
LE3 - $112,715 - $120,823 per annum.
Enquiries
Prosecution Workforce Planning
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Application Instructions
Please click on 'Apply' which will direct you to iworkforSA and further information will be provided on how to apply.
Applications Close:
5:00PM 25/08/2026

📌 Prosecuting Solicitor (South Australia)
🏢 South Australia Police
📍 South Australia