General Counsel Roles Defence Canberra

5 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Defence Australia Full time
About Our Team:

Defence Legal provides strategic legal advice on all litigation and dispute resolution, on behalf of Defence.

We are an integrated team of APS lawyers, paralegals, contracted lawyers and administrative staff who work on a diverse range of matters, including significant litigation.

Some of the main streams of work in GC-DRL are:

  • Managing claims against the Commonwealth
  • Responding to court orders and legislative requests
  • Assisting with the protection of information
  • Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders

Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Relevant experience managing litigation and dispute resolution matters
  • Good knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment
  • An ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing work priorities
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary package
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment


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