Assistant Crown Solicitor

Assistant Crown Solicitor - Civil Law & Commercial Strategy
and
Assistant Crown Solicitor - Public Law
Classification grade: Public Service Senior Executive Band 2
Total Remuneration Package: $298,647 - $334,801
Work type: Ongoing
Location: Sydney CBD with flexible working arrangements available
Key senior legal executive roles leading a specialist legal division at the Crown Solicitor’s Office (“CSO”)
An exciting opportunity exists for you, an experienced senior legal professional, to join the CSO as a member of the Executive Group and lead a legal division in the delivery of specialist legal services.
At the CSO, we deliver a diverse range of legal services on behalf of NSW Government; from providing legal advice, representation in litigation, inquests and inquiries, to negotiating property and commercial transactions, drafting documents and agreements. We also operate in a commercial environment and deliver non-core legal work to government agencies.
About the Roles
We are seeking to fill two Assistant Crown Solicitor roles to lead the Civil Law & Commercial Strategy Division and the Public Law Division.
As Assistant Crown Solicitor, you will lead and direct several specialist Legal Practice Groups in the provision of high quality, timely and client focussed legal advice and representation, to support the achievement of our business goals and organisational performance. You will also proactively engage with key clients to maintain and build strong relationships and lead practical legal services that are responsive to client needs.
As a member of the CSO Executive Group, you will participate in decisions relating to the strategic, operational and financial management of the CSO and provide executive input into corporate, business and annual operating plans to support the Crown Solicitor as the preferred provider of legal services to the NSW Government, whilst operating successfully in a competitive commercial environment.
You will also champion positive change, engagement, and inclusion within the division and across the CSO.
About the Divisions
Civil Law & Commercial Strategy Division
Public Interest & Protection
Torts (Justice/Law Enforcement Agencies)
Torts (Service/Regulatory) Law
Note: The Assistant Crown Solicitor, Civil Law & Commercial Strategy also has responsibility for the CSO’s Marketing & Communications Team (including Business Development) to support internal and external marketing and communications and tender and compliance activities. The role also has responsibility for delivering strategies designed to build strategic partnerships and increase commercial opportunities for the CSO in the provision of world-class legal services.
Public Law Division
Child Protection
Constitutional & Administrative Law
Commercial Law
Employment Law & Industrial Relations
Property & Native Title
How to apply:
To apply, please include a copy of your resume (no more than 5 pages) and a cover letter (1 page) that clearly details your capabilities, knowledge, and experience relevant to one or more areas of expertise relevant to the CSO.
The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining the applicant’s suitability for the role.
You can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact Justyna Wierczorek via mobile 0400 549 700 or email justyna.wieczorek@cso.nsw.gov.au to further discuss.
Closing date: Sunday, 11 February 2024 (AEST 7:59 PM)
Recruitment enquiries: Justyna Wierczorek, 0400 549 700. Justyna.Wieczorek@cso.nsw.gov.au.
Why work for the CSO
The NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office (CSO) provides high-quality and cost-effective legal services to the NSW Government and its agencies. As a trusted legal adviser to the NSW Government, our principal role is to advise and represent agencies so that they can deliver policies, programs and projects in a lawful, effective and efficient manner.
We act with integrity and professional independence, guided by the government sector’s core values. We are focussed on providing excellent client service and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. We also provide our people with opportunities to learn, develop and adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment.
Our commitment to flexible working
The CSO has adopted a teams-based approach to flexible working. We recognise that everyone has different needs and preferences, and our flexible work culture allows you to adapt your work routine to suit you. We’re all about flexibility, productivity and driving good client outcomes.
How we support health & wellbeing:
We offer an employee assistance program to support the wellbeing of employees in the workplace and in their personal lives, which also extends to family members,
Coaching services are available for people leaders and executives to learn and implement best practices to manage their team’s wellbeing,
We offer an annual Flu Vaccination program,
We provide access to the Fitness Passport program – a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to staff and their families.
CSO's commitment to diversity
At the CSO, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce contributes to the success of our organisation and we are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects our diverse community.
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and linguistically diverse people, veterans and other diverse communities.