In addition to the base salary and 15.4% superannuation, the Senior Federal Prosecutor (SFP) position attracts a $25,950 per annum allowance in line with the Determination 2024-4 Prosecutor Allowance . The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is committed to recruiting and retaining lawyers of the highest calibre. We have Senior Federal Prosecutor (SFP) vacancies in CDPP's Perth Office. The Perth Office prosecutes cases across all of the CDPP's national practice groups. You will need to be a highly skilled and critical-thinking lawyer with an aptitude for criminal law and an understanding of the important role an independent prosecutor plays in our system of criminal justice. You will also have a desire to develop your career with the diverse, stimulating and complex prosecution work of the CDPP. The key duties of the position include In addition to meeting the Integrated Leadership System profile of the Executive Level 1 , primary outcomes and accountabilities will/may involve: Managing the conduct of large and complex matters, sometimes managing a team working on a matter, appearing in court and/or instructing counsel as required; Researching and analysing data, evaluating complex information and sources to draw accurate conclusions to inform high level advice, reports and recommendations; Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including investigative agencies, court officials, defence counsel and other parties. Developing key relationships and responding to complex matters, driving improvements to prosecution processes; Regularly reviewing file and matter management activities to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, making changes or recommendations as appropriate; Preparing and providing legal advice on complex legislative, regulatory or procedural matters. Utilising systems, computer-based applications and other tools for legal and practice management including research, matters and file management, reporting and resource monitoring; Providing leadership and manage staff in day-to-day activities including the ability to develop, coach and mentor staff and building commitment to shared goals.
