Senior Government Lawyer

vor 2 Wochen


Perth, Österreich Lawyers Weekly Vollzeit

Job DescriptionServices Australia is at the frontline of government service delivery, supporting almost every Australian.We support the economic, health and social wellbeing of Australia by delivering high-quality services and payments to the community on behalf of government.

Our agency's responsibilities include Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support services, as well as whole of government services such as myGov and digital identity.

As a custodian of the personal and highly sensitive information of almost every Australian, ensuring privacy protections are built into how we deliver services is key.

In this context, our lawyers work at the forefront of emerging technological, ethical and legal issues on a wide variety of complex and challenging matters that often require a multi-disciplinary approach to problem solving.

We have one of the largest administrative law and dispute resolution practices in Australia.
We work with stakeholders to engage with oversight bodies, regulators and public scrutiny mechanisms, including representing the Commonwealth in merits review, judicial and inquisitorial proceedings.

We regularly advise on unique factual circumstances and untested areas of the law.
We advise on:

The emerging fields of automation of administrative decision-making and the use of artificial intelligence.

Building in and meeting privacy and secrecy provision obligations.

Managing and sharing vast amounts of data to deliver more effective services to Australians.

The correct application of program laws.

The proper management of public money.

By working with us, you will gain legal experiences and skills that are highly sought after by both the public and private legal sectors.

Our practice areas include:

Public law advice and advocacy – Advice on meeting the agency's obligations under social security, emergency response, child support, health and aged care program laws.

Information law – Advice on compliance with privacy and secrecy obligations when delivering essential government services to the Australian public.

Freedom of information – Advice on complex FOI decision-making and representing the agency and policy departments on merits or judicial review of agency decisions.

Commercial, property and ICT procurement – Contracting and procurement matters, general advice on commercial matters, agency agreements, commercial property disputes.

Employment law and litigation – Legal services on all people management issues, workplace relations disputes, and human rights disputes by both employees and agency customers.

We have current and expected vacancies at the Senior Government Lawyer (EL1) level.
We have roles that suit lawyers with ideally 2 years or more post admission experience.
Senior Government Lawyers can progress a specialisation or mobilise into different practice areas over time.

This is a bulk round to fill current or expected vacancies, as well as to establish a merit list for future vacancies as they arise.
A merit list can be established for up to 18 months.

Depending on the vacancy, roles may be filled in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Newcastle and Sydney.

Work EnvironmentFlexible and part-time arrangements will be considered.

#J-18808-Ljbffr


  • Senior Policy Lawyer

    vor 1 Monat


    Perth, Österreich Law Council Of Australia Vollzeit

    Add expected salary to your profile for insightsThe Law Council of Australia represents the legal profession at the national level, to speak on behalf of its Constituent Bodies on national issues and to promote the administration of justice, access to justice and general improvement of the law.The Law Council advises governments, courts, and federal agencies...

  • Senior Lawyer

    vor 4 Wochen


    Perth, Österreich Fair Vollzeit

    Create a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs accountWe are seeking highly motivated legal professionals to join the Office of Fair Work Ombudsman (OFWO) as a Senior Lawyer or Principal Lawyer to provide legal advice and support relating to the OFWO's criminal jurisdiction. This is a unique opportunity to support the establishment of a new investigative function for the...


  • perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse Vollzeit

    Job DescriptionServices Australia is at the frontline of government service delivery, supporting almost every Australian.We support the economic, health and social wellbeing of Australia by delivering high-quality services and payments to the community on behalf of government.Our agency's responsibilities include Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support...

  • Junior Lawyer

    vor 3 Wochen


    Perth, Österreich Moray & Agnew Lawyers Vollzeit

    We're passionate about what we do and want you to be too.Moray & Agnew is one of Australia's leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets.We're proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle's Guide.With over 110 partners, our teams are...


  • Perth, Österreich Fair Vollzeit

    We are seeking highly motivated legal professionals to join the Office of Fair Work Ombudsman (OFWO) as a Senior Lawyer or Principal Lawyer to provide legal advice and support relating to the OFWO's criminal jurisdiction. This is a unique opportunity to support the establishment of a new investigative function for the OFWO, and to contribute to the...

  • Property Lawyer

    Vor 5 Tagen


    Perth, Österreich Lawyers On Demand Vollzeit

    Add expected salary to your profile for insightsLOD (Lawyers On Demand) is one of the largest and fastest growing global legal services businesses, and as a 'new law' pioneer, we continue to lead the market we created.We're a global business with offices around the world that focus on providing end-to-end solutions for our clients' legal needs, by connecting...

  • Property Lawyer

    Vor 4 Tagen


    Perth, Österreich Lawyers On Demand Vollzeit

    Add expected salary to your profile for insightsLOD (Lawyers On Demand) is one of the largest and fastest growing global legal services businesses, and as a 'new law' pioneer, we continue to lead the market we created.We're a global business with offices around the world that focus on providing end-to-end solutions for our clients' legal needs, by connecting...


  • Perth, Österreich Burgess Paluch Vollzeit

    Planning & Environment Lawyer 3-7 PAE – Leading FirmA gun team at the forefront of environment & planning matters has an opening for a 3-8 PAE lawyer within their growing practice.Room to make your mark and grow your careerForm associations with leading clientsEnjoy a successful career and maintain your lifestyleOur client is a strong firm with a...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    vor 1 Monat


    Perth, Österreich Tier One Recruitment Vollzeit

    General Commercial Lawyers - Doyle's RecommendedAre you a skilled commercial lawyer looking for a new opportunity? We're seeking both a Junior and a Senior General Commercial Lawyer to join our client's team. This is a unique chance to work with a boutique firm known for handling a diverse range of commercial matters and is recommended by Doyle's.Position...

  • Junior Lawyer

    vor 2 Wochen


    Perth, Österreich Moray & Agnew Lawyers Vollzeit

    We're passionate about what we do and want you to be too.Moray & Agnew is one of Australia's leading law firms with an unrivalled reputation in our markets.We're proud that our partners and our legal expertise is consistently recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle's Guide.With over 110 partners, our teams are...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    vor 1 Monat


    Perth, Österreich Tier One Recruitment Vollzeit

    General Commercial Lawyers - Doyle's Recommended Are you a skilled commercial lawyer looking for a new opportunity? We're seeking both a Junior and a Senior General Commercial Lawyer to join our client's team. This is a unique chance to work with a boutique firm known for handling a diverse range of commercial matters and is recommended by Doyle's.Position...


  • Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse Vollzeit

    Lawyer - Government and Administrative LawMelbourneAbout usMoray & Agnew is one of Australia's leading specialist insurance law firms with over 700 employees nationally.We have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth and Cairns, and have an unrivalled reputation in our market.Over the last decade, the firm has tripled in size to...


  • Perth, Österreich Refinitiv Vollzeit

    Senior Lawyer Writer, Commercial, Practical LawDo you have 5 years'+ PQE experience working as a Commercial Lawyer within an in-house team and/or top or mid-tier law firm?Have you got experience advising across a wide range of commercial legal topics like the supply of goods and services, supply chains, ethical trading (including modern slavery, bribery and...

  • Litigation Lawyer

    vor 1 Monat


    Perth, Österreich Kbe Legal Talent Vollzeit

    KBE Legal Talent has been exclusively briefed to secure a mid-to-senior level Litigation Lawyer to join a highly regarded boutique firm who advise listed, private, SME and HNW individual clients.About the role:This firm boasts an established and loyal client and referral base with well-connected Partners who offer a family friendly and flexible working...


  • Perth, Österreich Legalvision Law Uk Ltd Vollzeit

    Senior Lawyer | FranchisingLegalVision is a market disruptor in the commercial legal services industry.Our mission is to power the success of every business by delivering legal support that is proactive, affordable and commercial, and the key way we do this is through our industry-first legal services membership.We have assisted over 200,000 businesses...


  • Perth, Österreich Law Avenue Vollzeit

    Join a friendly and supportive team, working with a top ranked Partner.Focus primarily upon workers' compensation and motor vehicle injury claims.Full time or part-time candidates equally suitable.This leading West Perth based firm has an impressive defendant insurance lawyer team.They are currently looking for an additional lawyer as they are consistently...


  • Perth, Österreich Refinitiv Vollzeit

    Senior Lawyer Writer, Technology and Intellectual Property, Practical Law AustraliaDo you have 5 years'+ PQE experience working as a Technology Lawyer within a top or mid-tier law firm or in an in-house team?Have you got experience advising across a wide range of technology issues, such as data processing, devices and hardware, software sales and licensing,...


  • Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse Vollzeit

    APAC Labour and Employment Lawyer (Australia based)Corporate FunctionsApple is looking for a senior employment lawyer to join its Global Labour and Employment Law team to provide world-class support to Apple People Team, the business and other stakeholders in Australia and the Asia Pacific region ("APAC").This lawyer will be based in Apple's Sydney...


  • Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse Vollzeit

    Senior Lawyer Writer, Commercial Real Estate, Practical Law AustraliaDo you have 5 years'+ PQE experience working as a Property Lawyer within a top or mid-tier law firm or experience working as a specialist commercial property lawyer with an in-house team?Has your experience predominantly related tocommercialproperty law in Victoriaand practice across...


  • Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse Vollzeit

    Add expected salary to your profile for insights LOD (Lawyers On Demand) is one of the largest and fastest growing global legal services businesses, and as a 'new law' pioneer, we continue to lead the market we created.We're a global business with offices around the world that focus on providing end-to-end solutions for our clients' legal needs, by...