Legal Officer Grade 6
Temporary Full-Time up to 3 years
Parramatta
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an chance for aPrincipal Lawyerto be part of ourSubpoena Objections Team, lnfolink, Office of the General Counsel.
You will be responsible for the provision and coordination of high quality, ethical and professional legal representation, advice and support relating to various orders or requests for information directed to the Commissioner of Police, and in particular, subpoenas to produce.
The requests will arise across a range of State and Federal jurisdictions in potentially factually interesting and legally complex matters.
You will be responsible for your own legal practice (which will include advice, litigation, and advocacy) and will manage a small team.
Being a highly autonomous role, you have the opportunity to make it yours and to make a significant and positive impact on the way in which subpoenas are managed by the NSW Police Force.
The successful candidate will be confident working autonomously, have sound and varied legal experience and expertise, and a proactive and solutions focussed approach.
View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)




What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home.
Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
competitive salary;
flexible work options;
annual leave loading;
corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
free annual influenza vaccination;
salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
in-house gym facilities.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
an Australian Citizen;
a permanent resident of Australia; or
a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Superintendent Marco Carlo via ************** or ************.
Our commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people.




We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges.
If you:
Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at ******
Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at ******
Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at ******
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force
For Technical assistance please contact: ****** (Please include the wordTaleoin the subject line)
Thank you for your interest in this role.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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