Practice Manager, Justice

Queensland Government; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) in Queensland seeks a Practice Manager to lead a new legal chamber in Ipswich. You will manage complex criminal matters, supervise a multidisciplinary team, and ensure timely indictments with a trauma-informed approach to victims.

The role requires admission as a Legal Practitioner in Australia and strong leadership, data-driven reporting, and stakeholder negotiation skills to support quality prosecution services.

Qualifications

• Extensive criminal law experience and advocacy in Magistrates and higher courts.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality prosecutions.
• Knowledge of Queensland Public Sector employment directives and guidelines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and empathetic staff and client management.
• Ability to analyse data and produce risk-based reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead a new legal chamber in the Ipswich region and manage complex criminal matters.
• Oversee workloads and ensure timely presentation of indictments.
• Develop systems for case file allocation and court duties, including circuit courts.
• Monitor chamber performance and report on KPIs.
• Supervise the chamber team and engage with internal/external stakeholders.
• Apply trauma-informed practices in victim liaison and services.
• Support learning and development within the chamber and ODPP.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Queensland Courts' practice directions.

Skills

Criminal law expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Data analysis

Education

Admission as Legal Practitioner in Australia

Job description

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is a vital part of Queensland's justice system, representing the State in prosecuting criminal matters across courts such as the High Court of Australia, Supreme Court, District Court, and more. Our work addresses complex and sensitive legal matters, ensuring justice is upheld with professionalism and integrity.

About your opportunity

This is a permanent, flexible full-time role to lead a new legal chamber in the Ipswich region. As a Practice Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of complex criminal law matters and attending court events as required.
• Overseeing legal officers' workloads to ensure timely presentation of indictments.
• Establishing and maintaining processes for case file allocation and court responsibilities, including circuit courts.
• Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators for chamber workloads and outputs.
• Developing and improving systems and processes for effective chamber management.
• Supervising and leading the chamber team, in consultation with the Principal Crown Prosecutor, to deliver high-quality prosecution services.
• Building and maintaining effective networks, consulting, and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring high-quality victim liaison services, applying a trauma-informed approach to victims of violent and sexual offences.
• Supporting and participating in learning and development opportunities within the chamber and the broader Office.
• Maintaining strong legal knowledge and a thorough understanding of Queensland Courts' practice directions.

What we're looking for

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced legal professional who:

• Possesses strong criminal law expertise, demonstrated legal practice experience, and the ability to advocate effectively in the Magistrates and/or higher courts.
• Demonstrates leadership capabilities, with experience in supervising, managing, and motivating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services.
• Has knowledge (or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge) of Queensland Public Sector employment conditions, including relevant directives and guidelines.
• Displays excellent stakeholder engagement and interpersonal communication skills, with an empathetic approach to managing staff and clients.
• Can lead or contribute to organisational initiatives and reviews to improve outcomes for the ODPP and the community.
• Excels in written communication, with the ability to analyse data and produce reports that identify risks/issues and propose effective strategies.
• Understands trauma-informed practice, the Charter of Victims' Rights, and the needs of victims of crime.
• Upholds professional and ethical standards, with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence.

Mandatory requirements

You will be admitted as a Legal Practitioner in a State of Territory of Australia (please indicate date of admission).

This is more than a role; it's your opportunity to make a genuine difference in the community. Think you're ready for the challenge?

Closing Date: Thursday, 5th November 2026