Senior Federal Prosecutor: Lead High-Profile Prosecutions

The Mandarin; Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15.4% superannuation

Wellbeing allowance $295 annually

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) in Australia seeks a Senior Federal Prosecutor to lead high-profile complex prosecutions and shape ethical, high-quality outcomes for the Australian community.

You will instruct counsel in sentences, trials and appeals, provide legal advice to the Director and partner agencies, and mentor junior staff while advancing the CDPP's legal capability.

Qualifications

• senior legal professional with criminal litigation expertise
• strong judgement and courtroom presence

Responsibilities

• instruct Counsel in sentences, trials and appeals and represent the Director in court, forums and conferences
• lead and support significant prosecutions and provide legal advice to the Director and partner agencies
• apply legislation, policy and procedures to frame criminal charges and determine allegations
• use technology to assess briefs of evidence
• develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• mentor junior legal staff and enhance CDPP legal capability

Job description

Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) in Australia seeks a Senior Federal Prosecutor to lead high-profile complex prosecutions and shape ethical, high-quality outcomes for the Australian community.

You will instruct counsel in sentences, trials and appeals, provide legal advice to the Director and partner agencies, and mentor junior staff while advancing the CDPP's legal capability.