Public Sector Counsel: National Impact & Policy

Australian Attorney-General's Department; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

15.4% superannuation

Job summary

Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) seeks high-performing lawyers to join the Office of General Counsel (OGC) in Sydney. You will work on significant matters, provide strategic advice to Commonwealth clients, and contribute to national legal outcomes.

Join a team of about 110 lawyers advising the Commonwealth on constitutional law, statutory interpretation, and legislation administration, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements and competitive conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong technical legal expertise and sound judgement.
• Leadership capability and commitment to client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to Commonwealth clients on constitutional and public law matters.
• Develop precise legal arguments and high-quality written advice.
• Identify opportunities and develop new business while maintaining client relations.

Skills

Legal expertise

Leadership

Client service

Time management

Persuasive communication

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Job description

Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) seeks high-performing lawyers to join the Office of General Counsel (OGC) in Sydney. You will work on significant matters, provide strategic advice to Commonwealth clients, and contribute to national legal outcomes.

Join a team of about 110 lawyers advising the Commonwealth on constitutional law, statutory interpretation, and legislation administration, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements and competitive conditions.