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Assistant Review Officer

Queensland Treasury and Energy
Brisbane Full-day Full-time

Description:

As the Assistant Review Officer, you will apply solid judgement, analysis, decision making, and technical writing skills to assist with determining objection matters and managing review applications to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) and appeals to the Supreme Court.

The role is based in the Queensland Revenue Office's (QRO) Review and Dispute Resolution division which is responsible for determining objections to assessments and other reviewable decisions, litigation functions, and coordinating document requests.

Based in our convenient and modern Brisbane CBD office, with flexible work options available and access to professional growth pathways.

Your typical day as an Assistant Review Officer may include:

  • Reviewing any new appeal notifications, internal communications or updates from stakeholders
  • Prioritising tasks to adhere to QCAT or Supreme Court deadlines, such as filings
  • Conducting research on legislation, case law, or procedural rules related to ongoing review or litigation proceedings
  • Assisting with preparing legal drafts, such as briefs to Counsel, correspondence, notices and affidavits


The key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist with managing applications to QCAT, appeals to the Supreme Court and prosecutions.
  • Assist in preparing clear, accurate and timely determination of objections against assessments and decisions.
  • Assist with preparing briefs to legal advisors in respect of revenue and administrative laws and other matters.
  • Assist in the coordination of applications for documents e.g. under the Right to Information Act 2009 and Information Privacy Act 2009.


To Be Successful, You Will Need To Demonstrate

  • Sound level of experience in statutory interpretation
  • Sound level of technical writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills


Joining QRO you will have opportunities for continued learning, growth and career development. To find out more about working for QRO please see attached candidate information pack.

Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process. The methods used in the recruitment for a role may vary, but the sorts of processes used may include: application form, resume and cover letter, online cognitive testing, work test, written response task, assessment centre, in-person or video interview.

We welcome applicants to share with the contact officer any health condition, disability, and/or cultural/linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.

If you are interested in this role - click “Apply” to be redirected to the full advertisement, including role description and contact details.

Applications may remain current for 12 months after the closing date of the vacancy and may be used to fill identical or similar roles.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/632159/25

Closing Date: Friday, 9 May 2025

Occupational group Administration
14 Apr 2025;   from: linkedin.com

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