Senior Executive Lawyer

4 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Michael Page Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive Lawyer to join our team at the Australian Government Solicitor (AGS). As a Senior Executive Lawyer, you will play a pivotal leadership role in our Commercial Practice, delivering high-quality legal advice to Australian Government clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead with Expertise: Navigate complex legal matters with significant government and client implications, managing high-stakes legal work with limited direction.
  • Strategic Impact: Operate at a strategic level, 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.
Requirements
  • Admission to the High Court of Australia or the roll of barristers and solicitors of a State or Territory.
  • Substantial expertise and experience (ideally 10+ years PAE) advising on major projects and/or construction law matters.
  • Extensive legal experience with a deep understanding of the Commonwealth legal environment.
  • Proven leadership skills with a high level of professional standing within the public sector and legal profession.
  • Ability to work under pressure, excellent professional judgement and interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade.
  • Capacity to meet personal productivity/revenue targets.
  • 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.
About AGS

AGS is the Australian Government's central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General's Department. We help Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia.

AGS is unique. We are dedicated to the national interest and are a trusted advisor to Government.

AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist the Australian Government in the development and implementation of solutions to legal issues that have national importance.

AGS is diverse. With offices in every capital city and a team of 714 staff, including 500 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.

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. We provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements (including paid Christmas shutdown) and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.

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