Job Description

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Base pay range

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A$48.11/hr - A$48.11/hr

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Connecting top-tier talent to the Victorian Government's Corporate Services sector

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The Role

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A local government council is seeking a Freedom of Information & Legal Support Officer to join their team. In this role, you will process Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, assist with legal procedures, and provide essential legal support within a government context. This is a 6 month contract with a potential to extend.

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Responsibilities

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- Act as the FOI Officer, process requests, and maintain FOI registers.
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- Provide administrative support to the Legal Services Team, including answering subpoenas and preparing staff for court appearances.
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- Manage time effectively, setting priorities, planning, and organising your own work to meet deadlines.




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- Assist in preparing legal documents across various jurisdictions, such as subpoenas, affidavits, and consent orders.
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About You

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- Proven experience with FOI requests in a government context and understanding of privacy law.
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- Computer skills, knowledge of Windows-based applications and databases, and ability to manage time and tasks independently.
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- Tertiary qualification in legal administration or substantial experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
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If this sounds like you, apply now or email Ahmad at [email protected]

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Seniority level

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Associate

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Employment type

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Contract

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Job function

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Administrative, Legal, and Strategy/Planning

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Industries

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Administration of Justice, Government Administration, and Legislative Offices

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📌 FOI & Legal Support Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Talent
📍 Victoria