General Counsel

Publicroles; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 143,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

National Museum of Australia in Canberra seeks a General Counsel on a fixed-term appointment. The role is based in Canberra ACT, delivering high-level legal advice and leadership across the museum and associated Australian Public Service activities.

This is a senior governance post suitable for a professional with strategic capability in public sector law. Salary ranges from AUD 142,973 to AUD 158,831 per year.

Job description

Fixed termCommonwealthNational Museum of Australia## General CounselLocation: Canberra ACTSalary: $142,973–$158,831**What could you take home?** Compare this role with another salary or contract offer, including tax, super and HELP. Compare this role’s take-home This job’s pay is prefilled. Add your other offer to compare.Job type: Fixed termCloses: 3 Nov 2026Posted: 27 Oct 2026Listed via: APSJobs