Director

Justice (DoJ)

1. Permanent full-time which may include flexible and remote working arrangements
2. Strategic and interesting work to progress the Government’s law reform program
3. Collaborative and supportive team

Exciting opportunity as a Director to make a significant impact and influence law reform in the Department of Justice.

Strategic Policy and Legislation (SPL) has wide reaching responsibilities that support the operation of Queensland’s justice system. SPL has teams that focus on specific aspects of policy and legislation. The Civil Law teams focus on civil, public and administrative law issues including human rights, courts legislation, domestic and family violence and child protection, guardianship and administration; privacy and right to information, civil liability and property, trust and succession law. The Director will lead and manage a team of policy and legal officers to deliver government outcomes in civil law.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

1. Demonstrated understanding of key issues and emerging trends in justice and civil law policy.
2. Experience in leading a complex policy and legislative reform agenda including stakeholder consultation, Cabinet and legislative processes.
3. Proven strategic leadership in a policy environment with demonstrated high level ability to consider the ramifications of a wide range of issues, anticipate priorities and break through problems.
4. Proven ability to drive change, build and develop organisational capacity and foster teamwork, cooperation and collaboration across civil law teams and the department.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. To drive a culture of respect and inclusivity across the organisation, prioritising service delivery that considers diverse needs.

In addition to great work, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

1. Flexible and remote working arrangements.
2. Strategic and interesting work.
3. A rewarding role with professional development opportunities.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/686775/26

Closing Date: Friday, 8th May 2026

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