Be at the heart of justice—supporting Crown Prosecutors and Legal Officers in delivering fair and effective outcomes in court.

As a Legal Support Officer, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting Crown Prosecutors and Legal Officers in preparing and presenting matters before the Court. Your work will directly contribute to the delivery of fair and effective justice across Queensland. 

As a Legal Support Officer, your duties will include:

• Providing comprehensive administrative support to Crown Prosecutors and Legal Officers in the preparation of briefs for trial and sentencing.
• Coordinating the collection of supplementary witness statements, criminal history checks, and additional information from arresting officers.
• Managing routine correspondence and liaising with police, legal practitioners, and court personnel.
• Handling court-related filing and maintaining accurate records of all filed documents.
• Operating and maintaining a reliable bring-up system for matters managed within Chambers.
• Preparing and coordinating the service of subpoenas.
• Communicating sensitively and effectively with victims and witnesses, providing them with relevant information.
• Participating in regional court circuits of up to three weeks as required.

Technical Skills, Abilities, and Cultural Capability

• Insightful Decision-Making: Exercises sound judgment and ethical decision-making, considering the broader legal and social context.
• Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective legal outcomes.
• Accountability and Results: Demonstrates professionalism, persistence, and transparency in delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Governance and Risk Management: Upholds high standards of practice through diligent governance and risk awareness.

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please apply via Smart Jobs and submit:

• Your resume (3 - 4 pages recommended).
• A cover letter (2 pages max) explaining why you would like to work for us, what personal qualities you will bring to the role and a brief overview of your relevant skills and experience.