At a Glance
- Tasks: Expand your legal expertise in civilian and military law while advising Navy Command.
- Company: Join the Navy and serve your country with pride.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, job security, free healthcare, and travel opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy career progression, subsidised housing, and fitness facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference to Australia while enjoying an adventurous lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in law and 12 months' legal experience required.
The predicted salary is between 97168 - 97168 $ per year.
Expand your legal expertise across new areas of both civilian and military law, playing a valuable role providing Navy Command with specialist legal advice. You will contribute to Navy's mission by providing specialist advice in the core legal areas of legal practice in the Navy, which are military discipline, military administrative law and military operations law. In addition to the provision of specialist legal advice, you may also appear as advocates in Defence inquiries, or as prosecuting or defending personnel before Courts-Martial and Defence Force magistrate trials.
You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression and an adventurous lifestyle, all while making a difference to Australia.
- Competitive salary
- Job security
- Superannuation of 16.4% - 4.4% over the Australian average, meaning you can retire with more
- Free medical and dental care
- Sense of accomplishment and pride that comes from serving your country
- Become a homeowner: get help to buy a home
- Cheaper living: rent allowance or subsidised rental
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Travel and adventure
- Free fitness facilities
- Support for your family: subsidised healthcare, free access to on-base gyms and pools, family and community programs, resources for school transitions
- Delicious chef made meals at sea
- Balance of shore and sea postings
Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $97,168.
For this role, you must be over 17 at the time of enlistment, and an Australian Citizen. Hold a relevant bachelor's degree in law such as Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD). Be admitted to practice as a legal practitioner to the Supreme Court of an Australian state or territory. Hold a current practising certificate with a state or territory Law Society or be immediately eligible to obtain a practising certificate. Have a minimum of 12 months' experience as a lawyer, solicitor, or barrister. Paralegal or law clerk experience is not sufficient.
Legal Officer in Melbourne employer: Australian Defence Force
The Australian Defence Force is an exceptional employer, offering unique opportunities for growth and leadership as a Naval Surface Warfare Officer. With a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values your contributions while providing extensive travel opportunities. Join us to develop your skills in a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional development.
