Briefings Officer - Melbourne, Australia - Office of Public Prosecutions

Office of Public Prosecutions

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Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Location:
Melbourne | CBD

Job type:
Full time / 12 Months

Organisation:
Office of Public Prosecutions

Salary:
$56,271 - $72,262

Occupation:
Legal

Reference:
VG/OPP413B

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for preparing and conducting criminal prosecutions in Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

Matters prosecuted by the DPP and the OPP involve serious crimes or matters that are of significance to the fair and effective operation of the Victorian criminal justice system.

The OPP consists of the Solicitor for Public Prosecutions and a staff of approximately 475 providing legal and corporate support to the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor and Crown Prosecutors in the exercise of their independent roles in the criminal justice system.

Briefings Officer

Full Time, Fixed Term - 12 months
The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our organisation as a Briefings Officer within Briefings Services team

A successful incumbent will be involved in liaising with solicitors, updating our casefile system and providing general administrative support to the Briefings Team.

About the Role:

Delivering high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Maintaining accurate barristers' contracts and financial records, review invoices for payment under direction.
Updating and maintaining accurate case lists for weekly reports, briefing of counsel and counsel allocation meetings.
A knowledge of case management systems, particularly the Prosecution Recording Information System Management (PRISM).
Sound communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence relevant stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
A demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in an environment of change, often with competing priorities.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to prepare accurate written correspondence, reports and other relevant documentation.

Relevant Knowledge and Experience:

Demonstrated experience working within a similar environment would be advantageous
Knowledge of case management systems, particularly the Prosecution Recording Information System Management (PRISM), would be highly regarded.

**Applications close 11:59pm Monday 13 November 2023