Legal Support Officer

Job title: Legal Support Officer

Company: Government of Western Australia


Job description: The Legal Support Officer is an exciting new role in our Legal Services team. This position undertakes tasks that contribute to the successful delivery of initiatives within the Office of the Commission, including research and analysis, Freedom of Information compliance and assisting with Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet matters.The PersonYou will align with our values and have the capability to:

• Deliver customer service through building and utilising relationships to influence outcomes;
• Work collaboratively in a team with multiple lines of responsibility;
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of stakeholders;
• Manage competing priorities with a focus on achieving results; and
• Interpret and apply legislation.

You will receive ongoing training, coaching and mentoring to enhance your skills.About UsThe Insurance Commission is a State owned Government Trading Enterprise that provides motor injury insurance to 2.7 million Western Australian motorists and manages the self-insurance arrangements of the Western Australian Government.The Insurance Commission has generated $1.3 billion in revenue and earnings for the six months to 31 December 2024 and with total assets of almost $9 billion, is a substantial self–funded statutory authority.At the Insurance Commission we are committed to a high performance corporate culture and having a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers. Our commitment to continuous improvement is creating new opportunities for talented people to enhance service delivery.What You’ll EnjoyBenefits of working with us include flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities and a Perth CBD location close to transport hubs. For more information, refer to our page.A competitive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with skills and experience.Workplace DiversityThe Insurance Commission aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from women, young people, Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process. All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used for the purposes of providing reasonable adjustments.Partnership with the National Disability Recruitment CoordinatorWe have partnered with ) to help us build a more inclusive environment that meets the objectives outlined in our Human Resource Blueprint and the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. Further information about their services is available on their website.Application RequirementsTo be considered, applicants are encouraged to provide a detailed resume and a two page response addressing all the work related requirements for the role contained in the job description form.Appointment InformationIn addition to the immediately available position, appointments may be made from this process within a twelve month period to similar positions that may be permanent or contract, including fixed term appointments with the possibility of extension or subsequent permanency.Please note that we may elect to engage an external recruitment firm to source additional candidates at any stage of this recruitment and selection process.Any offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment screening. This includes an Australian Criminal History Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia Check and Verification of Qualification/s (if applicable). Additional role specific checks may also be required (i.e. Working with Children check).EnquiriesFor further information about the role please contact Craig Bailey, General Counsel on (08) 9264 3521.If you have any technical difficulties in applying or access needs that may require adjustments during the application and interview process please contact HR on (08) 9264 3712 or email .Please also contact us if you require alternative documents and language formats or refer to our website for accessibility, alternative formats translation and relay services.

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Location: Perth, WA

Job date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:53:55 GMT

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