Senior Lawyer & Lawyer - Afp Operations Legal

Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time; Temporary Full time for a period of up to 24 months
LOCATION - ACT; NSW; VIC
AFP BAND & SALARY - AFP Broadband 3-8 (Legal), $69,224.00 - $132,391.00 + additional 22% composite*
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12538
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
• 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services - with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?
Applications are sought from suitably qualified, professional, enthusiastic and committed lawyers wishing to be considered for the role of Senior Lawyer or Lawyer - AFP Operations Legal.
AFP Legal is the AFP's internal legal practice, delivering legal services across the wide spectrum of AFP activities both domestically and overseas. AFP lawyers work in an exciting, dynamic and intellectually challenging environment providing legal advice in areas including criminal law, information law, national security law, dispute resolution, administrative law, employment law, commercial law, and governance.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant legal practice that has a diverse and exciting range of work and internal clients, and is committed to the development of its lawyers, and the maintenance of a supportive and flexible working environment.
As an employee of the AFP you will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
What will you do?
The AFP Operations Legal team is responsible for providing high quality, cost effective professional legal services that directly support the operational activities of the AFP.
Further information regarding the requirements of these roles, and guidance on the process, can be found in the
Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• All applicants must either hold a current practising certificate or be eligible to apply for one.
• Hold tertiary qualifications in law and possess contemporary relevant legal knowledge and experience.
• A minimum of 1-5 years post admission experience for lawyers and 5+ years post admission experience for Senior Lawyers.

Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Experience in prosecutions or other relevant regulatory agencies (State or Commonwealth).
• Experience in Commonwealth criminal law, litigation, subpoenas, Federal law court processes and/or witness protection.
• Experience in information protection and statutory interpretation. Experience working in a national security environment.
• Experience working in a national security environment.

Additional Information

• Positions may be filled at the AFP Band 3 to 8 levels, within the AFP Legal Officer Broadband 3 - 8, depending upon the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Note: Current AFP lawyers are not eligible to apply for a promotion or advancement through this process. * Roles within the Operations Legal team also attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement 2017- 2020, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their Base Salary which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.
Selection Criteria
Bands 3-5

• Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
• Communicating and working effectively with other people
• Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills

Band 6

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills

Application
Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant

(maximum two pages). The applicant response (pitch) should address the selection criteria and relevant to the role and provide evidence as to why you are the best fit for the position. The work level standards are specific to the band level of the role you are applying for and can assist in guiding you to address the selection criteria to the level required of the role.
All requested documents must be uploaded to the online application form and submitted before the closing date and time. Any documents not supplied may result in your application being withdrawn from the recruitment process.
Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability
Should you successfully progress from the application stage the Recruitment Team will contact you to complete an . This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
AFP employees are required to have their fingerprints taken at the time an offer of employment is made.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our to find out how to prepare for you interview.
COVID - 19 Mandate
AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used). Satisfactory proof of vaccination status will be required at the time an offer of employment is made. Please contact the if you wish to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine requirements further.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP's diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces .
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer - Shelley Miller,
Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 7010, ​
Contact Officer Email: Shelley.Miller@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 31/01/2024
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