Legal Officer Grade 5 | Sydney, NSW | OngoingLawyerLaw Enforcement Conduct CommissionAbout Us:The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) is an independent body exercising royal commission powers to detect, investigate and expose serious misconduct within the NSW Police Force (NSWPF) and the NSW Crime Commission (NSWCC). The LECC also independently monitors and reviews the investigation of complaints by the NSWPF and the NSWCC about the conduct of their officers. In doing so the LECC recognises the primary responsibility of those agencies to investigate and prevent officer misconduct and corruption within those agencies, while providing for oversight of those functions.The LECC works collaboratively with the NSWPF and the NSWCC to educate and promote the prevention and elimination of officer misconduct, particularly through the identification of systemic issues that are likely to be conducive to the occurrence of officer misconduct and corruption. The LECC also undertakes independent, real-time monitoring of critical incident investigations undertaken by the NSWPF and can make reports on the conduct of critical incident investigations by the NSWPF.The LECC plays a key role in strengthening the integrity of law enforcement in NSW.Primary purpose of the role:The Lawyer is responsible for providing legal advice, advocacy and liaison on complex areas of law and policy in relation to the LECCs functions.What you will bring to the role:Our ideal candidate will preferably have some advocacy experience along with well-developed analytical and drafting skills. You will have strong communication skills with attention to detail and an ability to manage time and work to deadlines. You will have:Eligibility for admission or admitted as a Lawyer of the Supreme Court of New South Wales.Extensive experience in the criminal law/investigative environment and in appearing before and/or instructing counsel at investigative hearings, court or tribunals.How to ApplyPlease submit your up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and how you meet the requirements and focus capabilities of the role.Your application will need to be submitted on your candidate file application on I Work for NSW: www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.auApplication closing date: Tuesday, 25th February 2025, 11.55pmEligibilityTo be eligible to apply for this ongoing role you must be an Australian citizen or Permanent Residence.Security vettingA probity assessment to establish reliability, trustworthiness, integrity and suitability of employment. In addition, LECC officers are also required to obtain and retain a commonwealth security clearance. The Lawyer requires a security clearance at the NV1 level.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Robert Tumeth on (02) 9321 6730.Note:Current or former sworn NSW Police Force and Crime Commission officers are ineligible to apply for roles in the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Lawyer