Senior Legal Support Officer

Department of Justice, Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice, Queensland – Brisbane QLD is hiring two permanent flexible-full time Senior Legal Support Officers in the Directors Chambers located in Brisbane. The role focuses on preparing court documents, managing appeals materials, and supporting prosecutors in hearings.

Applicants should demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally and travel intrastate as required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in justice, criminology, law or related discipline highly regarded.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail in legal documents.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to engage with victims of crime in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive manner.
• Willingness to undertake intrastate travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate criminal court documents (subpoenas, affidavits, etc.).
• Maintain Appeals case files, briefs of evidence, witness lists, exhibits, and related materials.
• Manage disclosure of prosecution materials to defence counsel and communicate instructions.
• Support legal practitioners with file notes, statements, and other case docs.
• Appear in court as an instructing clerk to assist legal practitioners during hearings.
• Coordinate appeals listings with the Listings Unit and Court Registrars.
• Prepare accurate sitting reports and court proceeding records.
• Conduct legal research using diverse resources and databases.
• Build and maintain relationships with courts, police and defence counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Stakeholder communication

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Tertiary qualifications in justice/criminology/law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic document management

Legal databases

Job description

Department of Justice, Queensland – Brisbane QLD

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 the role:

We are offering two permanent flexible-full time positions in the Directors Chambers located in our Brisbane Office. As a Senior Legal Support Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare accurate and high-quality criminal court documents, including subpoenas, affidavits, and other legal documentation.
• Maintain Appeals case files and records, including briefs of evidence, witness lists, exhibits, and other court materials.
• Manage the disclosure of prosecution materials to defence counsel and communicate instructions from Consultant Prosecutors and Crown Prosecutors to relevant parties.
• Support legal practitioners through the preparation of file notes, statements, and other case-related documentation.
• Appear in court as an instructing clerk, providing support to legal practitioners during hearings.
• Coordinate appeals listings with the Listings Unit and Court Registrars.
• Prepare accurate sitting reports and records of court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research using a range of legal resources and databases.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including courts, police, and defence counsel.

What we're looking for:

We're seeking a dynamic and skilled professional who can demonstrate:

• Intermediate understanding of legal practice, the prosecution function, the role of the courts, and the complexities of the Appeals process.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail in preparing legal and court documentation.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and legal research skills, including the ability to interpret complex legal and legislative requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and tact.
• Experience engaging with victims of crime in a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive manner.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, electronic document management systems, and the ability to quickly learn specialist legal systems and databases.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical standards, cultural capability, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to undertake intrastate travel as required.

Mandatory qualifications

There are no mandatory qualifications required for this role, however, possession of relevant tertiary qualifications in justice, criminology, law or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

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?

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/705832/26

Closing Date: Monday, 16th November 2026