The Organisation

Lotterywest is uniquely the only Government owned and operated lottery in Australia. We have supported the community for over 90 years with the purpose to operate a responsible and sustainable lottery that leaves an enduring positive impact for WA.

Lotterywest is also the employing agency for Healthway, the only State Government department dedicated to health promotion. For over 30 years, Healthway has funded projects and research to inspire Western Australians to live healthier lives.

About the job

1 x 12 month Fixed-Term opportunity with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Lotterywest's Legal Services team is seeking an experienced legal professional to provide additional support and assist in managing the team's diverse workload and legal matters.

Reporting within the Corporate Services portfolio, this role is responsible for delivering strategic and operational legal advice across the organisation, including to the General Manager Corporate Services, Chief Executive Officer and Board. You will play a key role in supporting business decisions, managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with legislative and governance requirements.

We’re looking for

• Bachelor of Laws qualification and a current Australian practising certificate.
• Strong legal expertise with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make independent decisions on complex and sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated experience providing practical, commercially focused and high-quality legal advice.
• High level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Why You’ll Love It

• Join a purpose-driven organisation that is helping shape the future of Lotterywest.
• Work in a role where your expertise will have an immediate and meaningful impact.
• Collaborate with passionate and dedicated colleagues across the business.
• Contribute to creating positive outcomes for Western Australian communities every day.

What we Offer

Our workplace strives to provide an environment for you to feel valued and supported, so that you can help create the kind of positive impact we want to see.

Some of our employee benefits include:

• Purpose-led work in a flexible working environment
• Four weeks annual leave, with the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Additional public service holidays
• A focus on professional development
• An active wellbeing program and social calendar
• Quarterly volunteering leave entitlement
• A central Head Office location in the heart of Subiaco, with excellent access to public transport, a range of public parking options and end-of-trip facilities for people choosing to cycle, run or walk to work.

Sounds like you?

We’d love to see your application, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. You’ll need to submit a PDF version of:

1. A current resume/CV
2. Evidence of Law Degree and current admission to practice certificate
3. A two (2) page cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing Essential Criteria 1, 2 and 5 from the role statement:

1.Substantial experience in the provision of high-level legal services in one or more of the following areas: state government, commercial contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property management and legislation.

2.Demonstrated ability to analyse complex legal and factual issues and projects and provide sound independent legal advice.

5. Specialised knowledge and understanding of Parliamentary and legislative procedures.

We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Annika Andrew, Director Legal Services on 08 9488 6493.

Applying for a State Government role can look a bit different, so we do encourage you to read the attached Job Application to ensure your application sets you up to succeed.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact recruitment@lotterywest.wa.gov.au .

Other Important Information

Suitable applicants may be considered for future similar employment opportunities during the next twelve (12) months at Lotterywest.

The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes provision of a current National Police Certificate that is less than six months old, declaration of any previous discipline or misconduct findings or allegations, and the verification of claims made throughout the recruitment process.

To work with us, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. 

Lotterywest may conduct further search activities at any stage of the recruitment process, if required, to supplement the field of applicants.

Substantive Statement

We celebrate diversity in all forms and strive to create a work environment where everyone feels respected, welcomed, supported and empowered to thrive. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and community culture that encourages employees to be themselves.

We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique strengths, perspectives and experiences that are essential to helping us achieve our vision.

We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Stay safe online

We will only contact you from our @lotterywest.wa.gov.au email domain. We encourage you to be aware of cyber safety, and if you receive an email related to your application, not from the official domain, please send the details to HumanResourceServices@lotterywest.wa.gov.au

Late Applications

Unfortunately, we can’t accept late applications so please allow yourself enough time to complete your application before the due date and time.