Legal Officer LEC1-LEC2

Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 859793
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: LEC1 - LEC2
Salary Range: LEC1 - $81,428-$88,023 + Superannuation, LEC2 - $97,450- $104,326 + Superannuation
Duration: Up to 12 months
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Saturday 10 October 2026

About the Opportunity

The Legal Officer at the State Redress Response Unit (SRRU) will assist to ensure that the South Australian Government meets its requirements in responding to formal and informal requests from the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse (the National Redress Scheme) and will provide advice to the Attorney-General and Chief Executive on legal policy and law reform relevant to the National Redress Scheme, under the supervision of the Manager of the SRRU. The Legal Officer will liaise with the Crown Solicitor's Office (CSO) and other government department executives and staff to ensure timely, accurate and agreed responses and interactions with the National Redress Scheme.

The Legal Officer at the Office of the JCC will assist in undertaking their role by reviewing and examining complaints received by the JCC, providing legal advice, and drafting correspondence for the JCC in response to complaints received.

The Legal Officer will have a dual role within the SRRU and the Office of the JCC. 

*Please indicate in your application which classification you are applying for

About the Business

The Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) supports the SRRU and the JCC.

SRRU coordinates the participation of the South Australia Government in the National Redress Scheme. 

The JCC, established by the Judicial Conduct Commissioner Act 2015 (the JCC Act), receives, examines and determines complaints in relation to the conduct of judicial officers in South Australia.

The Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) supports the State Redress Response Unit (SRRU) and the Judicial Conduct Commissioner (JCC).

SRRU coordinates the participation of the South Australia Government in the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse (the National Redress Scheme).

The JCC, established by the Judicial Conduct Commissioner Act 2015 (the JCC Act), receives, examines and determines complaints in relation to the conduct of judicial officers in South Australia. 

The Legal Officer will have a dual role within the SRRU and the Office of the JCC. 

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also The State Redress Response Unit please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and National Redress Scheme – Encouraging maximum participation of non-government institutions | Attorney-General's Department

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

• Employment-related Screening Check required.
• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

Please note that the attached LEC1 Legal Officer Job and Person Specification only has details about the SRRU. More information about this opportunity in relation to the Office of the JCC can be found in the LEC2 Job and Person Specification.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Rion Sato, Business Manager, State Redress Response Unit on 7322 7431 or rion.sato@sa.gov.au

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.   

Applications close: 10/10/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Job Application Pack.pdf
- LEC02 Legal Officer (SRRU _JCC) - J&PS.pdf
- LEC1 Legal Officer -State Redress Response Unit.pdf

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.