Address- DR Assistant National Manager (Executive Level 1)
- Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane
- Ongoing (permanent) or non-ongoing role
An opportunity exists for an EL1 Assistant National Manager (ANM) in Dispute Resolution (DR). The position has broad management responsibilities, under direction, for the day to day operation of DR.
About us
Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government’s central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work.
AGS is unique. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government.
AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist the Australian Government in the development and implementation of solutions to legal issues that have national importance.
AGS is diverse. With offices in every capital city and a team of 680 staff, including 470 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
About the role
The AGS Dispute Resolution practice (DR) is Australia’s pre-eminent public law litigation practice. It has unrivalled experience and specialist expertise in providing dispute related legal advice and representation in every jurisdiction in Australia, across a diverse range of legal matters for Commonwealth agencies, including a very significant practice representing the Commonwealth’s regulatory enforcement agencies, administrative law, tax litigation, employment law, torts law and information access law. AGS acts for the Commonwealth in the full range of disputes to which it is a party or in which it has an interest (including access to sensitive information) and advises on investigations including for law enforcement and national security agencies. DR also represents the Commonwealth before inquests, inquiries and royal commissions, and as the solicitor assisting royal commissions. In addition, DR has a specialist in-house counsel practice, led by Tim Begbie KC.
In this role you will:
- support the DR management team, the DR National Manager (NM) and the DR EL2 Assistant National Managers (ANMs)
- assist the NM and ANMs to develop and implement strategies and plans to support the effective operation of the DR practice group
- work closely with senior leaders across a range of practice management issues (including file allocations and resourcing, service of proceedings on the Commonwealth, coordination of internal and external training, and other special projects) and human resources issues (including recruitment, performance and development opportunities)
- work to maintain DR’s frameworks, business plans, governance and compliance requirements
- support a range of DR’s business activities and reporting requirements.
For further information about the requirements of the role, please refer to the role description available on our recruitment portal.
About you
This role will suit candidates that have:
- recent legal experience as a senior practitioner preferably within the Commonwealth
- the ability to exercise high levels of discretion, integrity and diplomacy
- the ability to initiate, build and maintain strong internal and external client relationships
- the ability to work under pressure, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade
- excellent written and oral communication skills
- demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and to operate effectively in a hybrid environment.
You will work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued, and success is rewarded. We offer our staff commercially competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.
With open door access to some of Australia’s most respected lawyers, we are a developer of talent and critical thinking and you will partner with our clients to deliver creative solutions to current and emerging legal issues of national importance.
AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our work can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.
To apply
To apply you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level.
To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. Applications close at 5:00pm (AEST) on Friday, 12 July 2024.
Further enquiries
Further information can be obtained by contacting Jill Mackay, HR Business Partner Dispute Resolution on 02 9581 7***.
