Job at a glance
About the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) CDPP is an independent prosecution service established by Parliament to prosecute alleged offences against Commonwealth law. CDPP provides an effective, ethical, high-quality and independent criminal prosecution service across Australia, in accordance with the Prosecution Policy of the Commonwealth. With offices across all states and territories, CDPP have four national Practice Groups based on crime types: Fraud and Specialist Agencies Human Exploitation and Border Protection Organised Crime and National Security Serious Financial and Corporate Crime The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly performing law student, nearing the end of their studies to gain on the job experience and position themselves for success upon graduation.
Alternatively, you are an experienced legal administrator looking to move out of corporate, into the Australian Public Service. At CDPP, you’ll work on diverse and complex cases, spanning drug importation and child sexual exploitation through to tax and welfare fraud and corporate offences. The Role The Legal Support Officer (LSO) works closely with the Coordinator, Legal Support Services to CDPP to fulfil its purpose through the delivery of a broad range of administrative support services.
You will be responsible for undertaking general administrative support services to meet the day-to-day needs of the legal practice groups. Your responsibilities will include: Creating and administrating case files, photocopying, filing, data entry, and records management Drafting emails, routine correspondence and documents from templates Coordinating witness, drafting summons/subpoenas, arranging travel and other court-related tasks Preparing court materials, undertaking deliveries and collections, and lodging / filing documentation Conducting basic research activities, arranging video conferencing, interpreters and translators Liaising with Federal Prosecutors, external agencies, courts and counsel The Ideal Person You will bring the following skills and experience: Knowledge and experience in delivery of a broad range of support services in a government and/or legal environment Ability to apply judgement and provide advice using established procedures Research and analysis skills, resolving issues based on established procedure Ability to develop positive stakeholder relationships and work collaboratively within a team Demonstrated level of personal drive, initiative and integrity Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Baseline security clearance are a requirement to be considered.
Salary / Rate $45/hr – $50/hr + Super 6-month labour hire contract, with the possibility of a further 12-month extension Centrally located in Perth, WA How to Apply To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Tamasi on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 21795 . HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.