Manager, Legal Services

Department of Children and Families; Darwin; On-site; AUD 136,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Families in Darwin seeks a Manager, Legal Services to lead the provision of high‑level legal advice and oversight on matters relating to the Department. The role involves legal case management, Inquiries, Commissions and Coronials; delegations and other statutory issues.

Salary is part of a remuneration package ranging from $160,413 to $178,993 per year, including salary components of $136,380 to $152,357.

Qualifications

• Senior Administrative Officer 1 level experience in management/administration.

Responsibilities

• Leads the provision of high‑level legal advice and oversight on matters related to the Department of Children and Families that are legal in nature.
• Oversees legal case management, inquiries, commissions and coronials; and delegations and other statutory issues.

Education

Senior Administrative Officer 1

Job description

Vacancy Number: 050747

Agency: Department of Children and Families

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Unit: Legal Services

Location: Darwin

Primary Objective: The Manager, Legal Services leads the provision of high-level advice and oversight on matters relating to Department of Children and Families that are legal in nature. This includes legal case management; Inquiries, Commissions and Coronials; delegations and other statutory issues.

Contact: Ruth Brigden, Manager Legal on 08 8999 2602 or [e-mail]

Remuneration Package: Remuneration Package $160,413 - $178,993 (including salary $136,380 - $152,357)

Experience Level: Senior Administrative Officer 1