About This Role
Leading a new legal chamber in Ipswich, the Practice Manager will oversee daily operations, manage workloads, and coordinate staff leave arrangements. This role involves mentoring legal officers and support staff, handling complex caseloads, and representing the Chamber in court, suiting a leader passionate about professional growth and delivering excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of complex criminal law matters and attend court events as required
- Oversee legal officers' workloads to ensure timely presentation of indictments
- Establish and maintain processes for case file allocation and court responsibilities, including circuit courts
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators for chamber workloads and outputs
- Develop and improve systems and processes for effective chamber management
- Supervise and lead the chamber team, in consultation with the Principal Crown Prosecutor, to deliver high-quality prosecution services
- Build and maintain effective networks, consulting, and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure high-quality victim liaison services, applying a trauma-informed approach to victims of violent and sexual offences
- Support and participate in learning and development opportunities within the chamber and the broader Office
- Maintain strong legal knowledge and a thorough understanding of Queensland Courts' practice directions
Requirements
- Strong criminal law expertise, demonstrated legal practice experience, and the ability to advocate effectively in the Magistrates and/or higher courts
- Leadership capabilities, with experience in supervising, managing, and motivating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services
- Knowledge (or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge) of Queensland Public Sector employment conditions, including relevant directives and guidelines
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and interpersonal communication skills, with an empathetic approach to managing staff and clients
- Ability to lead or contribute to organisational initiatives and reviews to improve outcomes for the ODPP and the community
- Excellent written communication, with the ability to analyse data and produce reports that identify risks/issues and propose effective strategies
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice, the Charter of Victims' Rights, and the needs of victims of crime
- Upholds professional and ethical standards, with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence
Mandatory Requirements:
- Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in a State of Territory of Australia (please indicate date of admission)
Benefits
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the community
Important Details
- Application deadline: Thursday, 5th November 2026
About the Company
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is a vital part of Queensland's justice system, representing the State in prosecuting criminal matters across courts such as the High Court of Australia, Supreme Court, District Court, and more. Its work addresses complex and sensitive legal matters, ensuring justice is upheld with professionalism and integrity.