Senior Solicitor

South Australia Police; Adelaide; Presencial; AUD 138 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Meaningful work

Broad legal exposure

Professional development

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing services

Special leave options

Salary packaging

Resumo da oferta

South Australia Police (SAPOL) is seeking a Senior Solicitor to join the Advice and Litigation Section of the Legal Services Branch. The role provides independent legal advice to the Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team members and SAPOL staff across employment, statutory interpretation, information release, MOUs and commercial matters, administrative decisions and coronial inquests.

You will supervise junior lawyers, manage legal files and contribute to civil claims management.

Qualificações

• The Senior Solicitor will provide independent legal advice to the Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team members and SAPOL members across multiple practice areas.
• Applicants with experience in employment law or litigation will be well regarded.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice and manage legal files with supervision of junior staff.
• Support and supervise junior legal staff within the Advice and Litigation Section.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About The Opportunity

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Solicitor to join the Advice and Litigation Section of the Legal Services Branch of South Australia Police (SAPOL).

South Australia Police

Job reference: 863103

Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Full-time vacancy up to 24 months.

About The Opportunity

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Solicitor to join the Advice and Litigation Section of the Legal Services Branch of South Australia Police (SAPOL).

The Advice and Litigation Section is responsible for the provision of independent legal advice to the Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team members and SAPOL members, across several practice areas including in: employment and disciplinary matters, statutory interpretation, information release; MOUs and commercial arrangements; administrative decisions; coronial inquests, and police powers and operations, including counter-terrorism legislation. The section is also responsible for the management of civil claims and interpleader actions, including referrals to the Crown Solicitor’s Office and the South Australian Government Financing Authority.

The Senior Solicitor is accountable to the Managing Solicitor for the provision of legal advice and management of legal files, and provides support and professional supervision of junior legal staff within the team. Candidates with experience in one of more of the practice areas listed above are encouraged to apply. Applicants with experience in employment law or litigation will be well regarded.

About Us

SAPOL provides a diverse range of services to the community aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by the minimisation of crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. All SAPOL employees are guided by Our Values of Service, Integrity, Courage, Leadership, Collaboration and Respect. SAPOL is an organisation with a proud history and an exciting vision for the future.

The Legal Services Branch is part of the Governance and Capability Service, and provides legal and policy advice to the Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team, and SAPOL employees generally. Advice and Litigation Section is part of Legal Services Branch and is responsible for providing advice on a broad range of legal matters and managing civil claims and coronial litigation.

We offer

• Meaningful work where your contribution makes a genuine difference.
• Exposure to a broad range of legal, legislative and operational matters.
• Supportive professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, including onsite gyms, health assessments, nutrition programs and Fitness Passport membership.
• A range of special leave options for compassionate, caregiving and cultural needs.
• Salary packaging options.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Salary

LE4 - $138,016 - $149,885 per annum.

Enquiries

Tania Macrae

7322 4430

[email protected]

Applications close: 20/11/2026 5:00 PM

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.