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4 weeks ago
Located in the heart of our nation's capital, we are seeking an experienced Public Law Specialist to join our team at the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development.
We offer a competitive salary package with an estimated annual salary of $120,000AUD.
About UsWe are the Australian Government's primary department responsible for designing and delivering infrastructure, transport, regional development, communications, and arts policies and programs. Our work touches every Australian community and underpins our economy and society.
We strive to connect Australians, enrich communities, and empower our regions by providing policy advice to government and delivering programs, services, and research for the benefit of all Australians.
Our Legal, Legislation Liaison and Privacy Division provides high-quality, practical, technically excellent, and timely legal advice, support, and services for the Department and Ministers' offices.
We are growing our public law advisory service to support the Department's legislative program and advise on policies and programs, regulatory and administrative law.
Job DescriptionYou will work in the Department's Public Law Team supporting the design and development of complex primary and secondary legislation, in areas such as online safety, civil aviation, telecommunications, vehicle safety and efficiency, arts and cultural affairs, and non-self-governing territories.
You will also have exposure to a broad range of public law matters, including advising on regulatory law, administrative decision making, statutory interpretation, policies, and programs, and managing civil litigation.
As a Public Law Specialist, you will provide legal advice and support on complex legislation design and development, prepare complex legal instruments, and advise on a range of complex legal issues.
You will manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, participate in legal reviews of portfolio legislation and public reports, and contribute to Divisional and Team priorities.
Requirements- Tertiary degree in Law from an Australian tertiary institution (or comparable overseas qualification)
- Admission as a legal practitioner of the High Court or of the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory or meet the necessary requirements to be admitted
- Hold or be eligible to obtain a Practising Certificate
- At least 3-5 years prior experience working as a lawyer (either in-house or externally)
- Advanced technical legal skills and experience in providing advice and supporting legislation projects
We offer a range of benefits, including job security, flexible work arrangements, generous leave and superannuation entitlements, access to join our staff-led diversity networks, and opportunities for career development and growth.
Our collaborative and supportive culture fosters high-performing teams where you are valued for your expertise, experiences, and point of view.
