Legal Officer

If you require further information about the role, please contact Manager Litigation, Johanna Geddes at johanna.geddes@epa.nsw.gov.au

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A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

If you are deemed a recommended candidate following your interview, we will invite you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process, before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

Capability application tool
The capability application tool helps job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. To access the tool please click here.

Our commitment to diversity and flexibility
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills and potential. Please refer here for more information.

If you require an adjustment to the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number' in the subject.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, refer to our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.

Advertised: 05 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 19 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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