EL1 Freedom of Information Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Ally Group Full time
EL1 Freedom of Information Lawyer - High profile government agency

Allygroup is seeking one senior lawyer to support the Legal Services Division at the Senior Government Lawyer level (EL1).

This is an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable experience working collaboratively with technically skilled, like-minded people supporting multi-disciplinary teams.

The duties will include drafting legal advice and any other work required by a lawyer working in an in-house government environment. The seconded lawyer will work proactively and independently (seeking guidance when required) and will collaboratively with clients to understand and anticipate their needs.

Part-time/flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. This is a contract secondment opportunity.

FOI and Reviews Branch

The FOI & Reviews Branch requires 1 senior lawyer in Canberra or Adelaide, to assist the FOI Customer and Legal teams in the conduct and quality assurance of matters.

The FOI Legal team is responsible for:

  • Managing requests for internal review of FOI decisions.
  • Managing external reviews of FOI decisions, including by the Australian Information Commissioner, the AAT and Courts.
  • Legal advice on matters arising under the FOI Act.

What's in it for you?

  • Opportunity to join dynamic legal branch within a Federal Government Department which strives to enrich the lives of the Australian public
  • Flexible/WFH arrangements
  • Opportunity to join an industry leading legal services recruitment agency which provides ongoing opportunities for professional development and CPD points, and high profile connections within the Federal Government

What you need to do now

To apply, click the 'Apply for this job' button above or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through The National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and relating position description/s) may also be requested by emailing .

About Allygroup

Allygroup is a law firm which specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.

Allygroup is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their gender, disability, neurodivergence, or cultural or religious identity.

If you identify as a person with a disability or neurodivergence, as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, or from a culturally or linguistically diverse background and would like to disclose this information, we encourage you to do so in your application or included cover letter.

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you hold Australian Security Clearance?

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