Top Commercial Lawyer

3 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Michael Page Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and skilled commercial lawyer to join our team as a Deputy Chief Solicitor (SES Band 2).

About the Role:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior legal executive to lead and manage high-stakes legal matters, offering strategic advice and representation across all jurisdictions.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Lead with expertise: Manage complex legal matters with significant government and client implications, navigating a multifaceted legal landscape.
  • Strategic impact: Operate at a strategic level, managing 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 Requirements:

  • 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 We 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.
  • Career advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and development, with a focus on building a sustainable practice that delivers exceptional legal services and achieves practice group goals.
  • Competitive remuneration: A commercially competitive remuneration package, including 15.4% superannuation, to attract and retain top talent.

About Our Company:

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. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government. We are innovative, drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, assisting 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. As a leader in the Australian Government legal profession, we are committed to providing world-class legal services to our clients and making a positive impact on the country.


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