Job Description
About the job
South Australia Police
Job reference: 6181++
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Prosecuting Solicitor Pool will operate for a period of up to 12 months. Recommended applicants will be eligible for upcoming term/temporary opportunities. Positions are available across various metropolitan and regional locations within Prosecution Services Branch. Successful applicants may be contacted as positions become available.
Multiple short term and long term temporary contracts and vacancies are available at the LE2 and LE3 classification levels.
About the positions:
LE2 Prosecuting Solicitor
The Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Supervising Senior Prosecutor for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication and less-complex advocacy. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to conduct prosecution files within the lower range of complexity and works under limited supervision and direction of the Supervising Senior Prosecutor. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession.
LE3 Prosecuting Solicitor
The Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Supervising Senior Prosecutor for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication, negotiation and advocacy. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to manage prosecution files across the full range of complexity. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession. To work at the LE3 classification level, an unrestricted practicing certificate is required.
Special Conditions
Prosecution Services Branch is seeking to establish a pool of solicitors to be called on as vacancies arise across various metropolitan and regional locations.
Out of hours and weekend work may be required.
Intrastate travel may be a requirement of this position.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check
Requirements
A degree in law and eligible to be admitted as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia with a restricted/unrestricted practicing certificate.
Salary
LE2 $81,667 - $+2,627 per annum
LE3 $+4,+67 - $102,518 per annum
Enquiries
Craig Langton
7322 3+58
sapol.prosecutionworkforceplanner@police.sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online. Applicants should include the name, title and contact details for 3 current referees. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration Form and include this with their application (refer to Job Application Guidelines for proof of identity process). Please read the Job Application Guidelines.
Regional applicants are encouraged to nominate preferred work locations in their applications.
Applications close: 31/08/2026 11:00 PM
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.
Qualifications
Your profile is missing work experience. Update your profile to stand out to the employer.
South Australia Police
Job reference: 6181++
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Prosecuting Solicitor Pool will operate for a period of up to 12 months. Recommended applicants will be eligible for upcoming term/temporary opportunities. Positions are available across various metropolitan and regional locations within Prosecution Services Branch. Successful applicants may be contacted as positions become available.
Multiple short term and long term temporary contracts and vacancies are available at the LE2 and LE3 classification levels.
About the positions:
LE2 Prosecuting Solicitor
The Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Supervising Senior Prosecutor for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication and less-complex advocacy. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to conduct prosecution files within the lower range of complexity and works under limited supervision and direction of the Supervising Senior Prosecutor. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession.
LE3 Prosecuting Solicitor
The Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Supervising Senior Prosecutor for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication, negotiation and advocacy. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to manage prosecution files across the full range of complexity. The Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession. To work at the LE3 classification level, an unrestricted practicing certificate is required.
Special Conditions
Prosecution Services Branch is seeking to establish a pool of solicitors to be called on as vacancies arise across various metropolitan and regional locations.
Out of hours and weekend work may be required.
Intrastate travel may be a requirement of this position.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check
Requirements
A degree in law and eligible to be admitted as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia with a restricted/unrestricted practicing certificate.
Salary
LE2 $81,667 - $+2,627 per annum
LE3 $+4,+67 - $102,518 per annum
Enquiries
Craig Langton
7322 3+58
sapol.prosecutionworkforceplanner@police.sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online. Applicants should include the name, title and contact details for 3 current referees. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration Form and include this with their application (refer to Job Application Guidelines for proof of identity process). Please read the Job Application Guidelines.
Regional applicants are encouraged to nominate preferred work locations in their applications.
Applications close: 31/08/2026 11:00 PM
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.
Qualifications
Your profile is missing work experience. Update your profile to stand out to the employer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Prosecuting Solicitor Pool position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.