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SalaryDo you want to work on some of the most exciting and significant legal matters for the State of Western Australia?
The Safety, Resource and Environmental Regulation Legal group is seeking applications for permanent appointment of Senior Lawyers with experience in resources industry and government practice based in our East Perth Office.
About us
The Department supports a safe, fair and responsible future for the Western Australian community, industry, energy and resources sector. We lead with integrity, deliver on commitments, strive for excellence, and look for better ways of doing things.
Underlying everything we do are our values of being respectful, responsive, forward-thinking, transparent, fair, and ethical – these are driven by our staff who make us a success.
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About the role
In this role, you will be working with a team of legal professionals responsible for providing advice to the Department and Minister on complex legal issues, predominantly relating to the resources industry and government practice.
You will also assist in the coaching, educating and mentoring of less experienced lawyers in all aspects of legal practice and contribute to the development of the Resource and Environmental Regulation team to meet their changing business needs.
You will have a high attention to detail and the capacity to be relevant and timely with your written legal advice. You will possess the ability to convey information to a variety of audiences and be a strong team player.
Where will you work?
This position is located in , accessible by public transport and reasonably priced City of Perth parking options nearby. The Department gym is conveniently located across the road at 1 Adelaide Terrace. We offer an affordable gym membership, providing you with an opportunity to prioritise your health and well-being.
Need further information?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached. If you have any questions about the role itself, please contact Stephenie Vahala, Assistant General Counsel on (08) 9222 0734.
How to apply
To apply for this position, click ‘Apply for Job’ at the bottom of this page and complete the online application form.
A detailed resume outlining your work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points: * Degree in Law and admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia OR Legal Practitioner from outside the State whose qualifications for admission in Western Australia have been approved by the Legal Practice Board.
- Demonstrated experience in providing timely, high level legal advice on a broad range of complex legal matters.
- Demonstrated experience in providing complex advice on mining and resources, administrative law, government law or another area of law relevant to the position.
- Selects the most appropriate medium for conveying information and structures written and oral communication to ensure clarity.
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If you need assistance with the application process, please refer to the below videos covering various aspects, including public sector recruitment, resume writing, cover letters, and polishing your application.
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We have also attached an Applicant Information Pack for your reference. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Human Resources Officer on (08) 9222 3129 or email .
All requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks listed on the attached JDF will be assessed as part of the selection process.
Other benefits
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We offer a range of benefits to our employees, creating a supportive, diverse, and innovative work environment, including:
- Great work/life balance with 37.5 hour working week as a standard and flexible working hours for most roles.
- Leave options including purchase leave, deferred leave and long service leave after seven years.
- Flexibility to work at home, in the field and in the office for most roles.
- Stable work, job security, fair remuneration, 11 percent superannuation contributions to a provider of your choice and salary packaging options.
- A collaborative environment with the ability to gain insight from subject matter experts in your field.
- Support to grow your skills with a wide range of formal training options.
- Build a healthy lifestyle with our award-winning Health and Wellbeing program.
- Supportive work environment including an Employee Assistance Program to assist you deal with life’s challenges.
The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected. Our workforce's diversity is our strength; it enhances our ability to be forward-thinking and responsive in the services we deliver to the Western Australian community. Learn more about our , celebrating individuals and teams who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Suitable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and youth may be given priority consideration over non diversity group applicants to achieve public sector outcomes. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates with disabilities during our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months.
CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Tuesday, 20 February 2024 (WST)
Your application submission must be complete by the closing time; applications that are in progress or submitted after this time will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.
We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.
