Environmental Solicitor Multi-Level Pool: Ref 750006

State Solicitors Office; Perth; On-site; AUD 152,000 - 274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Salary packaging

Private Health Insurance discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

State Solicitor's Office is seeking an Environmental Law specialist to join the Advice, Policy and Public Law (APPL) section for a 12-month fixed-term role with potential extension or permanency subject to funding. You will advise on environmental law, statutory interpretation, and administrative law, mainly for State environmental agencies, and work with a team focused on regulatory matters.

Applications are open for L3LG to L6LG levels, with salary bands and progression linked to the agency's

Qualifications

• Experience advising on environmental assessment and protection under State or Commonwealth law.
• Ability to interpret statutes and administrative law in environmental contexts.
• Strong legal ability for complex matters.
• Ability to build relationships with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to State environmental agencies such as the EPA, DWER and DBCA.
• Advise on statutory interpretation and administrative law in environmental contexts.
• Collaborate within the APPL team to support environmental law initiatives.

Skills

Environmental law

Statutory interpretation

Administrative law

Stakeholder management

Job description

Are you an Environmental Law specialist? Join us for a 12 month opportunity with potential for permanency.

About the role

The State Solicitor's Office (the Office) is seeking an experienced lawyer to join our busy Advice, Policy and Public Law (APPL) section, specialising in environmental law. This position is offered as an initial 12 month fixed-term opportunity, with the possibility of extension and/or permanency subject to securing ongoing funding. Candidates must have demonstrated ability to advise on matters of statutory interpretation and administrative law, specifically in the context of environmental law. Experience advising on other relevant legislation, such as mining and resources legislation, or administered by State or Commonwealth environmental agencies, is also desirable. This role will predominantly involve providing legal advice to State environmental agencies, including the Environmental Protection Authority, Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. As an environmental law specialist, you will work closely with other members in the team who work in this area.

• • Solicitor L3LG $152,143 - $162,635 per annum or pro rata plus super.
• • Assistant State Solicitor Level L4LG $171,520 - $202,303 per annum or pro rata plus super.
• • Assistant State Solicitor Level L5LG $221,389 per annum or pro rata plus super.
• • Senior Assistant State Solicitor Level L6LG $244,359 - $273,991 per annum or pro rata plus super.

We have a current opening for a lawyer that we are keen to fill immediately. The decision on how many offers of employment will be made, at what levels and when, will be determined by business needs. Offers of employment which are drawn from this recruitment pool will be for fixed term or permanent opportunities, depending on business needs.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Jessica Evans, Deputy State Solicitor – Advice, Policy and Public Law via email [e-mail] or phone [phone] to organise a time for a confidential discussion.

About us

The State Solicitor's Office is responsible for the provision of broad based, high quality legal services to the Government of Western Australia and to a wide range of state government client departments and agencies including advice on law reform. You can find more about the Office, its functions and key contributions here . The Office is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and value the unique contributions of all employees. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as outlined in our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan . To support this commitment, we have applied Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to this recruitment process. This vacancy is open to all interested applicants, however Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. What does this mean? See the attached Section 51 – Guide for Applicants for more information.

About you

• • Experience in provision of legal advice in relation to environmental assessment, environmental protection and/or environmental regulation under State or Commonwealth law.
• • Experience in advising on matters of statutory interpretation and administrative law.
• • High degree of legal ability and knowledge in advising on matters of legal and factual complexity
• • Ability to build productive relationships with external stakeholders and clients.
• • For L5LG & L6LG applicants only, ability to work effectively as a member of a team and provide guidance to junior lawyers
• • Experience advising other relevant legislation, such as mining and resources legislation, or other legislation administered by State or Commonwealth environmental agencies, is also desirable.

Employee Benefits

• • Generous leave entitlements, including 3 extra public service holidays per year.
• • Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff.
• • Access to a free Employee Assistance Program.
• • Salary packaging is available.
• • 12% Superannuation
• • Discounted Private Health Insurance with eligible providers.
• • Access to a fitness passport - use any eligible gym, Australia wide!
• • Access to the Office's in-house continuing professional development program (CPD) and Membership of the Law Society.

Support

If you have access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate at any stage of the selection process, please can contact SSOHR at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Subsequent Vacancies

The Office may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department for a period of twelve (12) months. The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes undergoing employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.