Senior Legal Expert

9 hours ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Limber Full time

The Role Overview

Limber is seeking experienced lawyers at the Senior Lawyer level to join a high profile litigation team in a secondment position with a federal government department for an initial period of 6 months with the possibility of 2 further 6 month extensions.

The Key Responsibilities

The role will require the successful candidates to work in the Department's litigation team, handling civil and personal injury claims, compensation claims, debt recovery actions, class actions, non-litigated claims, commercial matters and responding to court orders such as subpoenas.

The team also manages the Department's involvement in Coronial inquests, Comcare WHS actions, administrative law challenges and judicial review of decisions.

The role will involve assisting with ongoing and incoming high profile litigation matters, responding to work surges and complying with Court timeframes.

There may be some travel involved in support of the branch's activities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

A legal qualification, current practicing certificate and a current minimum Baseline security clearance are essential.

Previous experience working in a federal government litigation team would be highly regarded.

These are security assessed positions and the successful candidates must be willing to undergo further checks as required.

Salary and Benefits

This is a senior position that offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $250,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a generous remuneration package, Limber offers a range of benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.


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