Assistant General Counsel
Permanent Appointment
Do you want it all – work life balance and meaningful legal work?
WorkSafe is looking for Assistant General Counsel to join our team. We are a legal team with a difference. We deliver exceptional results for our clients whilst maximising the health, wellness and professional development of our lawyers. We innovate, trust each other, share ideas and work on leading edge safety law matters that make a difference to the lives of Western Australians.
We offer an unparalleled work/life balance through actively supporting flexible work practices, generous leave options, an on-site gym and an award-winning wellness program. Our lawyers have access to exceptional opportunities for professional development, including study assistance and leave, sponsored leadership development programs and access to the best health and safety work on offer. The work is challenging and meaningful. It also provides opportunities to conduct significant hearings and trials in courts throughout Western Australia.
We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.
The role
As Assistant General Counsel, you will be part of the close knit leadership team. You will have a real say in the decisions impacting the team, and actively coach and mentor junior lawyers. Assistant General Counsel leads the provision of legal advice and representation in the highest profile and most sensitive matters. It can involve leading a multi-disciplinary team of lawyers, paralegals and experts working on larger matters with senior counsel.
Legal matters include administrative law proceedings, regulatory investigations and prosecutions and statutory interpretation with a focus on the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
The work includes providing legal opinions on prosecution briefs, publications, media releases, policy and legislative development and much more.
You will have the opportunity to appear as lead counsel and junior counsel and conduct your matters with real autonomy whilst supported by a team of lawyers who are leaders in safety and health law. Our clients work across all industries, and they are experts in their fields. You will work across mining and petroleum, transport, construction, manufacturing, dangerous goods, primary industries and collaborate with clients who are technical experts such as scientists, psychologists, engineers and people with a wide range of industry experience.
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
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, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.
Should a qualification be required for this position, applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements. Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service).
To work for LGIRS, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, LGIRS will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks.
More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.
Further information
Please contact Andrea Critchton-Browne, General Counsel - WorkSafe on (08) 9222 3265 or via andrea.crichton-browne@lgirs.wa.gov.au or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on LGIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.
How to apply
We ask for you to provide:
- A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development
- A copy of your academic transcript
- A copy of your current Australian Practising Certificate
- A covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements:
- Substantial relevant post admission experience practising in the areas of litigation, criminal law, regulatory enforcement or another area of law relevant to the role.
- Significant experience analysing complex legal problems and providing legal advice that is well written, accurate and solution focused.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.
In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 3129 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.
To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.
Supporting diversity and inclusion
The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.
Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.
Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.
We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:
- TTY/voice calls – 133 677
- Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
- SMS relay – 0423 677 767
If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au
Closing Date: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 (WST)
Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications 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.