Deputy Crown Solicitor

Job Description

Justice and Attorney-General (Organisation site)Insurance and Risk Branch; Crown Law; Brisbane Career defining opportunity | Key leadership, strategic, client engagement role leading Crown Law’s litigation function• Shape and improve the future of Crown Law’s service delivery• Initial 12 month contract• ~$275k package + benefits + car park Intellectually stimulating, professionally engaging, personally rewarding and lifestyle accommodating is the basis of a career with Crown Law. With five legal branches and 15 teams, a broad range of legal services are offered servicing the Queensland Government across significant, high profile projects and matters. About the role: This newly created Deputy Crown Solicitor role is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team contributing to the new strategic direction and business plan of Crown Law. This role reports to the newly appointed Crown Solicitor who is leading an exciting period of improvement and modernisation of an already high performing legal practice. You will work closely with other members of the leadership team, supported by Assistant Crown Solicitors and experienced lawyers and focus on: leading and directing lawyers, paralegals and support staff across a large insurance, risk and litigation practice; providing strategic, expert legal advice on mix of public liability, medical negligence, personal injuries, workers compensation and complex litigation matters; building and developing positive client relationships to support the delivery of high quality legal services; leading, and managing change within the team including implementing process and systems improvement to ensure high quality, bespoke client services; leading, developing and maintaining an existing high performance and continuous improvement culture that promotes the full potential of each team member; and driving innovation and modernisation within the legal function by introducing new strategies, technologies, and best practices. Skills/Experience: To be considered for this role you will have 10+ years' PAE in litigation and/or insurance litigation; an engaging, customer centric, solutions focussed, consultative approach with key clients; demonstrated successful leadership of a high performance legal team with a collaborative leadership style; experience implementing change and continuous improvement of systems and processes; the confidence and experience to advise and work closely with senior executives including Ministers, Director Generals and senior Government clients; and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement of legal service delivery. Awaiting you is the opportunity to lead, modernise and improve a large practice within Crown Law; the opportunity to work on challenging, strategic, high-profile litigation; a flexible working environment with excellent employment conditions including flexible working hours and various leave provisions; personal and professional development programs; reasonable work hours; and salary package up to ~ $270,000 + car park. Apply now: APPLY or contact Peter Liaw at Peppercorn Recruitment on 1300 804 625 or email , quoting reference number 3876463. Please submit your resume in Word format only. Applying online through the Smart jobs and careers website is the preferred means to submit an application. To do this, access the 'apply online' facility on the Smart jobs and careers website. You will need to create a 'My SmartJob' account before submitting your online application. Applications to remain current for 12 months. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply. Inclusion and diversity We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity, including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr