Senior Legal Officer / Legal Officer (more than one position)

Independent Commission Against Corruption
Job reference: 858584
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Salary range $120,018 - $130,919 (LEC3)
Salary range $142,323 - $153,824 (LEC4)
Contract appointment for up to two years

About ICAC

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is an independent statutory body established to promote integrity within South Australian public administration. ICAC investigates reports of alleged corruption within public administration and actively prevents corruption by undertaking evaluations of the practices, policies and procedures of public agencies. ICAC also delivers education programs which seek to guide the conduct of public officers in the South Australian public sector.

Working for ICAC

ICAC is a small and dynamic agency. Working for ICAC provides an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to society by playing a critical role in promoting integrity within South Australian public administration.

ICAC offers a range of financial and non-financial benefits to its employees including:

• Competitive salary
• Super contributions into Super SA or a Superannuation fund of your choice
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Supported professional development
• Interesting and meaningful work
• The opportunity to work alongside highly qualified and involved leadership

ICAC is committed to treating everyone equally, regardless of their age, ability, gender diversity, sexuality, relationship and reproductive status, race, religion, and culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. ICAC is a member of We’re Equal.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager Legal and Prevention, the Legal Officer is responsible for providing high-quality legal advice to support the statutory functions of ICAC. The Legal Officer assists ICAC to identify and respond to strategic issues associated with the discharge of its statutory functions. The incumbent is expected to exercise their own judgement in carrying out their legal duties, subject to supervision from time to time.

Reporting to the Manager Legal and Prevention, the Senior Legal Officer is responsible for the provision of timely high-quality legal advice to support the statutory functions of ICAC. The Senior Legal Officer assists ICAC to identify and respond to strategic legal issues associated with the discharge of its statutory functions and provides guidance to Legal Officers. Success in the role is underpinned by the ability to work in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

To be successful in the role you must possess:

• Bachelor of Laws or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated ability to provide legal advice regarding the discharge of statutory powers.
• Ability to provide legal advice in relation to the enforcement of the criminal law.
• Capacity to identify trends and issues of relevance to ICAC in the discharge of its statutory functions, and to make recommendations accordingly.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high quality written legal advice on matters of moderate complexity in a clear, timely and accurate manner.
• Demonstrated ability to distil legal concepts into appropriately worded policies and processes.
• Willingness to undertake professional advancement through participation in continuing legal education.

Special conditions

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview and reference checks will be completed for candidates successful at interview.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a statutory declaration verifying their statement of claims.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory security and integrity assessment.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) through the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA). You must be an Australian citizen to be eligible for an Australian Government security clearance. ICAC can elect to waive the citizenship requirement, subject to the applicant having appropriate working rights in Australia (such as permanent residency). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. More information about security clearance eligibility is available on the AGSVA website.

Application Instructions

• A letter of application no more than two pages, with a minimum 10 point font, demonstrating how you meet the essential selection criteria set out in the job and person specification.
• A resume outlining your relevant experience and aptitude for the position.
• Please indicate which position you would like to be considered for.

Enquiries

Cassie White
Deputy Commissioner
white.cassie@icac.sa.gov.au

Applications close: 05/10/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Job and person specification Legal Officer LEC3 (A751473).pdf
- Job and person specification Senior Legal Officer LEC4 (A751472).pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.