
Senior Lawyer
6 days ago
Allygroup is supporting a leading Australian Government Regulator in their search for an experienced Senior Lawyer (senior associate level or above) with a strong background in litigation and public law.
This is a 3-month secondment opportunity with a possibility of extension within a dynamic in-house legal team. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact litigation and public law matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
The candidate must be an Australian citizen and hold at least a Baseline security clearance.
Location & Availability
- Full-time preferred (4 days/week considered)
- Based in Canberra, Sydney, or Melbourne
- Immediate start available
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and advise on litigation involving claims against the entity, including negligence, defamation, and related actions, in coordination with Comcover.
Provide legal advice on public law issues affecting the Commonwealth entity, including governance, delegations, and obligations under key legislation such as:
Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act
- Public Interest Disclosure Act
- National Anti-Corruption Commission Act
- Parliamentary processes and statutory interpretation
- Collaborate closely with internal business teams and senior legal colleagues to deliver strategic legal support.
- Interpret and apply relevant legislation and subordinate instruments, and guide the conduct of litigation matters.
About You
You'll bring:
- At least 6 years post-admission experience, ideally at senior associate level or above.
- Exceptional legal writing and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across a diverse caseload.
- Proven ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across legal and business teams.
- A commitment to mentoring and capacity-building within the legal team.
Desirable Experience
- Familiarity with Commonwealth legal frameworks, including the Corporations Act, financial services legislation, and Legal Services Directions.
- Prior experience in government departments, agencies, or in-house legal teams.
- Government security clearance (Baseline or above) is highly desirable.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to maintaining the highest standards of integrity.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
- Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team.
- High Salary: Attractive remuneration package.
What you need to do now
To apply, click the 'Apply for this job' button above or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through The National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and related position description/s) may also be requested by emailing
Applications for this position close at COB on Monday, 11 September 2025. However, applications submitted after this date will be considered for similar roles in the future.
About Allygroup
Allygroup is a law firm which specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.
Allygroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their gender, disability, neurodivergence, or cultural or religious identity.
If you identify as a person with a disability or neurodivergence, as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, or from a culturally or linguistically diverse background and would like to disclose this information, we encourage you to do so in your application or included cover letter.
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