Senior Commercial Lawyer

4 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Michael Page Full time
Job Description

As a seasoned legal professional, you will lead and manage high-stakes legal matters that are critical to the Australian Government. You will be recognised as a leading expert in commercial law, both within AGS and across the wider legal landscape.

This role requires a visionary leader who can navigate complex, sensitive issues with professional independence and authority. You will be responsible for developing legal expertise and capability, building client relationships, and improving service delivery.

You will:

  • Lead with Expertise: Navigate a multifaceted legal landscape, managing high-stakes legal matters with significant government and client implications.
  • Strategic Impact: Operate at a strategic level with limited direction, managing complex legal matters across various areas of law, jurisdictions, and geographic locations.
  • Client Engagement: Develop and maintain high-level professional relationships with senior client representatives, positioning AGS as a trusted and high-valued legal services provider.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and support a team of lawyers, fostering their professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with the Chief Counsel of AGS Commercial, National Leader and Manager, Client Service Managers, Team Leaders, and senior practitioners in AGS Commercial and other practice areas.
  • Deliver top-tier legal services that not only meet but exceed client expectations, managing significant legal and business risks.
  • Lead and mentor a team of talented lawyers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous professional development.
  • Strategically plan and oversee legal services for complex, high-risk client matters, setting the benchmark for quality and consistency.
  • Achieve personal revenue expectations.
  • Build and maintain relationships with senior government officials and other key stakeholders, enhancing AGS's reputation as a premier legal service provider.
  • Represent AGS at the highest levels in both internal and external forums, contributing to business development and client retention efforts.
  • Play a pivotal role in developing AGS's legal capabilities, ensuring our teams are equipped to handle the challenges of tomorrow.
  • Ensure an inclusive and supportive workplace, adhering to the highest standards of conduct.

Requirements

  • On the Register of Practitioners of the High Court of Australia or the roll of barristers and solicitors of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory.
  • A seasoned legal professional with substantial experience at a senior executive or senior partner level, ideally within the Commonwealth legal environment or private practice.
  • Proven expertise as a leading authority in commercial law, with a track record of managing complex, high-risk legal matters.
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams, alongside a commitment to mentoring the next generation of legal talent.
  • Australian citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting 2 level and be willing to undergo Positive Vetting level as required.

What's on Offer

  • Leadership Opportunity: Influence and lead in a high-impact role with significant professional management responsibilities.
  • Diverse Challenges: Gain access to the most exclusive and high-profile commonwealth legal work, advising on complex legal matters across various jurisdictions and areas of law.
  • Professional Growth: Join a team committed to excellence, where your expertise will be recognised and valued.
  • Location: AGS supports the location of this position in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, and Brisbane.
  • Remuneration: Commercially competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.
  • Culture: AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. AGS provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements (including paid Christmas shutdown) and well-being benefits to support your needs throughout your career.

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