South Australia Police
Job reference: 848491
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Ongoing full-time vacancy.

About the opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead the Legislation and Cabinet Section of the Legal Services Branch of South Australia Police (SAPOL). 

The Managing Solicitor, Legislation and Cabinet is responsible for managing SAPOL’s strategic legislative reform agenda and the provision of advice through staff in the Legislative Review Unit. The Legislation and Cabinet Section provides advice on a broad range of legal and policy matters related to law reform and legislative change proposals impacting on SAPOL’s strategic objectives and operational processes and functions.

The position is also responsible for managing SAPOL’s relationship with the Cabinet Office (within the Department of the Premier and Cabinet), Attorney-General’s Department, and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport through the staff in the Cabinet Liaison Unit.

The position supports and assists the Director, Legal Services Branch with legal research, advice, representation and other tasks as directed. 

About Us

SAPOL provides a diverse range of services to the community aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by the minimisation of crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. All SAPOL employees are guided by Our Values of Service, Integrity, Courage, Leadership, Collaboration and Respect. SAPOL is an organisation with a proud history and an exciting vision for the future.

The Legal Services Branch is part of the Governance and Capability Service, and  provides legal and policy advice to the Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team, and SAPOL employees generally.

We offer:

• Meaningful work where your contribution makes a genuine difference.
• Exposure to a broad range of legal, legislative and operational matters.
• Supportive professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, including onsite gyms, health assessments, nutrition programs and Fitness Passport membership.
• A range of special leave options for compassionate, caregiving and cultural needs.
• Salary packaging options.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Requirements

• A degree in law and admitted, or eligible for admission, as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia
• An unrestricted Practicing Certificate.
• Significant experience as a legal practitioner including demonstrated experience identifying and advising on complex legal issues.
• Experience in the provision of legal policy advice.
• Demonstrated experience in the management and supervision of legal and non-legal staff.
• Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to produce work of a high standards in an environment with multiple competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex issues, to think clearly and logically, to develop logical and reasonable outcomes and to explain conclusions.
• High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing,
• Demonstrated high level of personal integrity and experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Knowledge of the principles of Equity and Diversity requirements.

Salary

LE5 - $157,720 - $171,999 per annum.

Enquiries

Tania Macrae
08 7322 4419
tania.macrae@police.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Applications close: 03/07/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments:
- PID - LE5 Managing Solicitor - Legislation and Cabinet.pdf
- RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.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.