SCL4-5 $146,998 - $179,499 p.a plus Superannuation
Pool Recruitment
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 5:00pm (AWST)
This is a pool recruitment process (Pool Ref LPB026-LPB027). The pool will run for a period of twelve (12) months and may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term, acting or permanent basis at the Legal Practice Board.
There is currently one (1) permanent full time opportunity available for immediate filling.
The Board is a statutory body, responsible for the regulation of legal services and lawyers in Western Australia.
The Board aims to be a leader in the area of regulation and we pride ourselves on working with our stakeholders to ensure we have an engaged, active, competent, and ethical legal profession.
About the role
The Senior Lawyer supports the Director Investigations and Legal and the Principal Lawyers in their roles and the high quality and efficient delivery of legal services. You will lead or undertake investigations of complex matters, including dispute resolution and prosecution or litigation of civil or criminal matters along with supervision of more junior lawyers and investigators.
The successsful applicant will also conduct complex matters in tribunals and courts and provide high level advice and reports to senior management and members of the Board.
Want to know more?
Please refer to the “Job Description” or you can obtain more information about the role expectations and responsibilities by contacting John-Paul Colella, Director Investigations and Legal on (08) 6211 3600.
Why the Board?
The Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, young people, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
In addition to a competitive salary and 12% superannuation, our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- Professional development opportunities;
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave;
- End of trip facilities;
- Easy access to public transport; and
- The option to salary sacrifice superannuation.
For more information on the Board, please visit the website at www.lpbwa.org.au.
If you are ready to join a vibrant team see the application instructions below.
Applicants are to apply on-line and must provide:
- a comprehensive CV.
- a two page (maximum) outline addressing the Essential Work Related Requirements that are listed on the attached Job Description Form
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.
Are you eligible? To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
NO FAXED, LATE OR PROFORMA APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
