Deputy Chief Solicitor

11 hours ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Chief Solicitor to join our team at AGS. As a senior legal expert, you will navigate complex legal landscapes, managing high-stakes legal matters with significant government and client implications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead with Expertise: Manage complex legal matters across various areas of law, jurisdictions, and geographic locations, shaping the legal strategies that uphold Commonwealth policy and interests.
  • Strategic Impact: Operate at a strategic level with limited direction, developing and maintaining high-level professional relationships with senior client representatives.
  • Client Engagement: Position AGS as a trusted and high-valued legal services provider, identifying emerging business opportunities and driving new service offerings.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and support a team of lawyers, fostering their professional development and career progression.
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, providing access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements, and well-being benefits to support your needs throughout your career.


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