Assistant Director, Legal Coordination | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
4 weeks ago
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: The ACT Government aims to the most progressive jurisdiction in Australia for our workforce practices. We may be small, but we are already recognised for propelling change through contemporary employment conditions. We have an exciting work agenda, that includes embracing agility and flexibility, and ensuring that our industrial relations and employment framework is prepared to face rapidly changing workforce arrangements in the ACT. Our team is part of the Office of Industrial Relations and Workforce Strategy which is leading work on shaping the culture and workforce practices of the ACTPS.An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Director, Legal Coordination to join us here in the Industrial Relations and Public Sector Employment team (IRPSE).
The nature of the work that the IRPSE Group undertakes is complex and there are times when the IRPSE Group seeks legal advice and services from the ACT Government Solicitor’s Office (GSO). The Legal Coordination team is responsible for managing the coordination of requests, understanding the status of these and following up on outstanding matters, communicating the advice received and assisting with interpretation if required, and providing general legal support to the team.
The Legal Coordination team is also responsible for developing policies and processes on employment related legislation and other employment law issues, and for providing quality advice to the ACT Government and Directorates. The team is also responsible for the application, implementation and interpretation of Public Sector employment related legislation supported by GSO where appropriate.
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled person who can demonstrate that they have the necessary public sector industrial relations experience and legal knowhow to coordinate matters and provide advice where appropriate. This role reports to the Director, Legal Coordination. The successful individual will liaise with various senior stakeholders, whilst maintaining a high level of confidentiality and discretion, responding quickly to business needs to adhere to tight timeframes.
The IRPSE team value a strong work ethic but also have a solid sense of humour. The team has a highly connected and collaborative work culture and would welcome a person who has the interpersonal qualities as well as an agile and adaptive style to match the changing workflow and priorities that come with being a small team within the CMTEDD directorate.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply
Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Qualifications in law and familiarity and/or qualifications in industrial relations or human resources will be highly regarded.
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