Classification: LEC3
- LEC4 Salary Range: $120,018
- $130,919, $142,323
- $153,824 + Superannuation Duration: Up to 12 months Vacancy Type: Full Time Number of Positions Available: 1 Closing Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 10 November 2026

About the Prospect

The primary purpose of the Legal Officer is to provide advice and support to the Attorney‑General and Chief Executive on legal policy, law reform and implementation of the Attorney‑General's legislative programme under the supervision of the Director, Legislative Services, or a Senior Legal Officer within Legislative Services.

About the Business

The Attorney‑General’s Department (AGD) forms an important portfolio within the South Australian Government. AGD provides high‑level legal services and advice to Ministers and agencies across the whole of government, specialist policy advice, regulation and compliance, and direct service delivery to the public. The AGD strives to promote justice through protecting rights and holding people to account according to the law, improving safety, and contributing to an efficient and fair justice system. Legislative Services is responsible for providing specialised legal policy advice and developing and reviewing legislative proposals affecting legislation aligned to the Attorney‑General's Department and the Attorney‑General.



It delivers a research capacity to the Attorney‑General in participation on Ministerial Councils and represents the Attorney‑General on inter‑departmental and inter‑governmental committees that assist in meeting the overall AGD objectives.

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

- Some out of hours work may be required.
- Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
- Admitted, or eligible for admission, as a Practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia.

Additional Notes

The Attorney‑General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work workplace. 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 .

📌 Legal Officer (Australia)
🏢 Attorney-General's Department
📍 Australia