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The Legal Services Division is seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel, Litigation to join our team. As a key member of our SES leadership team, you will be responsible for providing strategic legal advice and advocacy to the Minister, Chief Executive Officer, and Executive.
You will lead a large team of litigation and advocacy specialists operating across multiple Australian jurisdictions, managing a diverse caseload of administrative review appeals and judicial review cases. Your expertise will be critical in identifying, reporting, and managing key legal risks and issues, as part of our broader enterprise, portfolio, and Commonwealth legal risk management frameworks.
Key Responsibilities- Provide high-quality and timely strategic legal advice, advocacy, and support in relation to external merit review, program litigation, and debt recovery.
- Manage the agency's administrative law and debt recovery litigation caseload, identifying key themes and related legal and broader risks.
- Lead a large team of litigation and advocacy specialists, providing guidance and support to ensure effective case management and outcomes.
- Collaborate with other agencies and stakeholders to develop and implement protocols for the conduct and progression of cases before Courts or Tribunals.
- Identify and report on key legal risks and issues, contributing to our broader enterprise, portfolio, and Commonwealth legal risk management frameworks.
- Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent.
- Admission as a legal practitioner in an Australian court.
- Eligibility to hold an unrestricted practising certificate.
- Australian citizenship.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including a pre-employment check and, where relevant, a working with children and vulnerable people check.
- Ability to acquire an Australian Government security clearance, to the appropriate level for the position.
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a competitive remuneration package.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced legal professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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