Job Opportunities in Australia

• Opportunity to support a busy team to coordinate a number of programs including AGS’s induction program, graduate program, outpost practice and pro bono program
• Canberra based role
• Ongoing permanent role

An ongoing opportunity exists for a highly organised and efficient individual to join our busy Practice Services team.

About us
Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government’s central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work.

AGS is unique. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government.

AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist 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 715 staff, including 500 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.

About the role
The Practice Services team works collaboratively with all practices across AGS and has responsibility for a diverse range of work including managing our outpost practice, our pro bono practice, our internal training programs including the Core Legal Skills and the Seminar Series, the AGS Opinions database, our knowledge management framework, our induction program and our graduate program.

The Practice Services Coordinator role supports the National Manager, Library and Practice Services in the delivery of support services to AGS’s 3 practice areas with a particular focus on the graduate, induction and outpost programs.

Day to day duties may include:

• assisting with the National Practice Orientation program, including programming of sessions and liaising and consulting with internal and external stakeholders
• assisting with the coordination of other induction
• assisting with the coordination of the graduate rotation program, including coordinating rotation details and appraisals as well as organisation of orientation and transition programs
• supporting the delivery of the internal training program
• assisting with the administration of the outpost practice, including through the preparation of correspondence with clients, engagement with outposted lawyers, time-recording and coordination of logistics
• supporting the delivery of the pro bono program which includes preparation of rosters for project-based work
• supporting the delivery of Practice Services initiatives including internal audits and corporate projects
• act as a point of contact for lawyers
• preparation of reports and managing changing agendas
• providing additional support to the Practice Services team with internal and external training.

For further information about the requirements of the role please refer to the role description available on our job board.

While we are recruiting for an ongoing role, depending on business requirements, opportunities for non-ongoing engagement may be used from the outcomes of this recruitment process.

About you
To be a strong contender for this role you will ideally have:

• strong attention to detail and excellent communications skills
• significant experience in providing high level administrative support
• excellent organisational skills
• a “can do” attitude and be solutions focused
• a flexible approach to work and a willingness to remain productive and engaged when priorities change.

You will have the opportunity to work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued, and success is rewarded. We offer our employees competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.

AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our workplace can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.

To apply
To apply you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level. To apply, please click the "Begin' button. Applications close at 5:00pm (AEST) on Monday 30 September 2024.

Your application should include a copy of your CV and be accompanied by a covering letter of no more than 2 pages highlighting your relevant experience and skills for the role.

Further enquiries
Further information can be obtained by contacting Alexandra Monk, Assistant National Manager Practice Services on 08 8205 4210.