Advance your career in a role where your legal insight drives strategic decisions.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join the Litigation Industrial Relations Team and support the team's current and emerging need for complex advocacy, strategic advice and representation capability.

The successful applicant will provide advice and representation in relation to a broad range of employment and industrial relations matters, including complex industrial disputes such as disciplinary matters, unfair dismissals, entitlement claims, enterprise bargaining matters and other proceedings before the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission and other courts and tribunals.

The role will involve the provision of strategic industrial relations advice, advocacy and representation services, and engagement with senior stakeholders across government.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Sonya Lomma, Deputy State Solicitor - Civil Litigation on (08) 9264 1815 or email s.lomma@sso.wa.gov.au or David Anderson, Senior Assistant State Solicitor on (08) 9264 1894 or email d.anderson@sso.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

About us

The State Solicitor's Office (the Office) is responsible for the provision of broad based, high quality legal services to the Government of Western Australia and to a wide range of state government client departments and agencies including advice on law reform. You can find more about the Office, its functions and key contributions here

The Office is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and value the unique contributions of all employees. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as outlined in our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.   

To support this commitment, we have applied Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to this recruitment process. This vacancy is open to all interested applicants, however Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

What does this mean? See the attached Section 51 – Guide for Applicants for more information. 

Classification

This is a single vacancy.

The position may be filled at either L4LG, L5LG or L6LG, depending on the qualifications, experience, capability and skills demonstrated by the successful applicant.

Applicants should address the requirements of the role as detailed in the "About you" section below. The classification level offered to the successful candidate will be determined following an assessment of the each applicant's capability and experience against the requirements of the position.

About you

To be successful in this role, for the classification level sought, you will need to demonstrate:

• a thorough understanding of employment law and management of industrial relations;
• relevant experience as a legal representative before courts and tribunals;
• experience in giving timely, strategic and legal advice in respect of employment law and managing industrial relations;
• an ability to effectively manage complex and sensitive matters;
• a track record of productive stakeholder engagement and client relationship management; and
• an ability to exercise sound judgement and operate autonomously.

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of these positions. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application

How to apply

If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, apply now by submitting:

• A Comprehensive CV outlining your experience and key achievements relative to the position.
• A covering letter of no more than two pages addressing the key criteria as outlined under role requirements. Please use this as an opportunity to tell us about some situations you have experienced that demonstrate these key criteria to support your claims.
• Copies of any relevant qualifications

Note: during the selection process we'll be assessing applicants against all the qualifications outlined in the JDF.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Employee Benefits

As an employee of the State Solicitor's Office, you can enjoy the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including 3 extra public service holidays per year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff.
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Program.
• Salary packaging is available.
• 12% Superannuation
• Discounted Private Health Insurance with eligible providers.
• Access to a fitness passport - use any eligible gym, Australia wide!

Other important information

Support

If you have access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate at any stage of the selection process, please can contact SSOHR at ssohr@sso.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Subsequent Vacancies

The Office may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department for a period of twelve (12) months.

The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes undergoing employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.