Classification: LE1 Salary Range: $73,780 -$84,463 + Superannuation Duration: Up to 2 years Vacancy Type: Full Time Number of Positions Available: Multiple Closing Date: 11:30pm, Saturday 17 October 2026

About the Opportunity

An exciting chance exists for a legal Support Officer to join the SAET. SAET are seeking applications to create a merit pool of candidates and you may be offered a contract in the next 12 months. The position can be filled in a full-time or part-time capacity. Future contracts will be offered on evidence of successful completion of a degree in Law. Those in their final University semester, nearing successful completion of their degree in Law are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

- Undertaking legal research
- The provision of specialised administrative, clerical and in court support to members of the judiciary
- Managing the preparation of decisions
- Preparation of draft documents
- Contribute to culture

About the Business

The South Australian Employment Tribunal (SAET) is a leading employment tribunal. With a focus on excellence and continuous improvement, the SAET promotes best principles of decision-making and resolves disputes fairly, efficiently and transparently. The SAET is established under the South Australian Employment Tribunal Act 2014 (the Act). The SAET is South Australia’s forum for resolving workplace-related disputes and issues including:

- Resolving work related injury disputes (Return to Work)
- Resolving employment and industrial disputes
- Hearing work, health and safety-related prosecutions
- Regulating industrial awards, agreements and registers





For more information about the Attorney‑General’s Department and also The South Australian Employment Tribunal, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and Home - SAET

Special Conditions for Employment

- Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory.
- Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested.
- Some out of hours work may be required.

Forms are not to be lodged directly with SAPOL under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

The Attorney‑General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part‑time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‑free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.

For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications. For further information about this exciting prospect that is not covered by this website please contact Nikki Pascoe, Team Leader Member Support, South Australian Employment Tribunal on 8177 3556 or [emailprotected]

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📌 Legal Support Officer - Pool (Adelaide)
🏢 Attorney-General's Department
📍 Adelaide