Departmental Solicitor General

5 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Government - Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Full time

Department Overview

We are a national regulator with portfolio responsibilities that include biosecurity and trade. Our work is central to the health and prosperity of the nation.

Job Purpose

The Chief Counsel will lead the department's legal function, providing independent, strategic, and high-quality legal advice to senior executives and portfolio Ministers. You will guide the development and delivery of legal strategies in an agile and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver legal strategies.
  • Provide legal advice to senior executives and portfolio Ministers.
  • Manage legal risks across the department.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful for this role, you will need to meet the Senior Executive Service capability for the SES band 2 level and have the following qualifications:

Mandatory Qualifications

  • A degree in law.
  • Admitted as a legal practitioner in an Australian court.
  • An unrestricted legal practising certificate.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance.



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