Senior Lawyer (Counselling Notes Protect)

Queensland Government; Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working arrangements

Generous salary packaging

Novated leasing options

Annual rewards and recognition

Commitment to cultural safety

Free confidential counselling sessions

Résumé du poste

Queensland Government's Legal Aid Queensland is seeking a Senior Lawyer to advocate for sexual assault complainants in Queensland State Courts, handling protected counselling communications and providing duty lawyer services.

You will coordinate the Counselling Notes Protect Service, develop referral pathways with Women’s Legal Service, and contribute to training and outreach across family law services. Flexible working arrangements and staff support are highlighted in the package.

Responsabilités

• Advocate for complainants of sexual assault in Queensland State Courts.
• Provide legal information and task assistance to counselling services and Queensland Police during investigations.
• Develop referral pathways and networks with Women's Legal Service and external stakeholders.
• Provide continuing professional development and community legal education on sexual assault counselling privilege legislation and related matters.
• Provide duty lawyer services, legal information, advice and referrals across family law services.

Connaissances

Advocacy

Legal research

Counselling privilege

Court proceedings

Family law

Description du poste

About usOur vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.About the roleThis is an outstanding opportunity for a legal professional to take on a position at Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) and deliver high-quality legal services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. The work undertaken by this role is challenging, complex and rewarding.As a Senior Lawyer you will advocate for and represent complainants of sexual assault in Queensland State Courts where applications are filed seeking protected counselling communications.In this role you will:Assist complainants of sexual assault, by providing legal advice, reviewing records and advocacy in Queensland State Court proceedings where applications are filed to access protected counselling communications.Provide legal information and task assistance to counselling services and Queensland Police Service during the investigation stage of sexual assault complaints.Help co-ordinate the Counselling Notes Protect Service, contribute to operational and team planning and suggest improvements to work practices.Develop and maintain referral pathways and networks with the Women's Legal Service, other relevant external stakeholders in government, the community and the justice system.Develop and provide continuing professional development and community legal education regarding sexual assault counselling privilege legislation and related matters.Provide duty lawyer services, legal information, advice and referrals across family law services.Working for Legal Aid QueenslandWe're committed to looking after you - professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.We offer:36.25 hour full-time working weekFlexible working arrangementsGenerous salary packaging - up to $30,000 FBT exempt which includes your taxable income tax and increases your take home payNovated leasing optionsAnnual rewards and recognitionCommitment to cultural safetyFree confidential counselling sessions for you and your immediate familySee the attached LAQ Employee Benefits to see more benefits.To apply please provide:a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the Success criteria (Knowledge, skills and experience), in line with the 'Key responsibilities'.your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications; andthe details of two referees.Closes 11:59pm, Sunday 15 November 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.