Senior Legal Adviser - Privacy, FOI & Statutory Oversight

Comcare (Australian Government); Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Comcare (Australian Government) is seeking a Senior Legal Adviser for its Statutory Oversight team. This role involves providing high-level legal advice, managing compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting a small team in delivering legal services.

The ideal candidate will have legal qualifications, experience in Privacy and FOI, and strong relationship management skills. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to significant statutory processes and ensure adherence to legal frameworks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in FOI and Privacy is desirable.
• Experience in information technology and cyber security is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal advice on statutory obligations.
• Conduct Privacy Threshold Assessments and Impact Assessments.
• Manage and develop a small team for legal services.

Skills

Legal research and analysis

Relationship management

Conflict resolution

Continuous improvement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in law

Current practising certificate

Job description

Comcare (Australian Government) is seeking a Senior Legal Adviser for its Statutory Oversight team. This role involves providing high-level legal advice, managing compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting a small team in delivering legal services.

The ideal candidate will have legal qualifications, experience in Privacy and FOI, and strong relationship management skills. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to significant statutory processes and ensure adherence to legal frameworks.