Government / Public Law Attorney / Government - General Attorney in Melbourne, Victoria

Government / Public Law Attorney / Government - General Attorney in Melbourne, Victoria Handle day-to-day legal matters and collaborate with senior practitioners on complex issues. Provide legal services, including litigation, commercial advice, advocacy, and client support. Organize workflow, conduct technical research, and perform procedural, clerical, administrative, or operational tasks. Achieve financial targets contributing to the practice group's success. Develop and maintain client relationships, ensuring compliance with legal service requirements. Contribute to marketing activities and support practice group plans. Further develop legal expertise through training, development opportunities, and participation in AGS networks. Ensure a safe working environment by complying with APS Code of Conduct and departmental policies. Deliver high-quality legal services meeting client expectations and professional standards. Manage legal matters with significant Government and client implications. Clearly articulate technical arguments and draft legal documents. Work under pressure, think creatively, and provide client-focused legal solutions. Contribute to the commercial business success of the legal team by achieving revenue expectations. 3. Senior Lawyer (EL1 and EL2): Provide expert legal advice and representation in various legal matters for Commonwealth agencies. Specialize in areas such as constitutional law, public international law, national security law, and commercial transactions. Handle complex contracting arrangements, information technology transactions, and projects of national importance. Coordinate constitutional litigation and manage cases involving constitutional issues. Ensure compliance with professional standards and deliver client-focused legal solutions. *Education and Experience Information:** Entry in the Register of Practitioners of the High Court of Australia or the roll of barristers and solicitors of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory. Generally, at least 1-4 years of relevant post-admission experience or equivalent legal experience. Knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment. Generally, at least years of relevant post-admission experience or equivalent legal experience. Good knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment. Ability to manage legal matters with Government and client implications. Strong understanding of relevant areas of law or the ability to quickly acquire that understanding. 3. Senior Lawyer (EL1 and EL2): Senior Lawyer (EL1): Generally, at least 5 years or more post-admission experience. Senior Lawyer (EL2): Generally, at least 7 years or more post-admission experience. Good knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment. Legal experience in the relevant field and other areas relevant to AGS's work. Ability to manage legal matters with important Government and client implications. *Salary Information:** AGS offers commercially competitive remuneration packages, including % superannuation. *Additional Information:** *The **Members Only is the central legal service of the Australian Government and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. AGS operates as a self-funded legal practice, competing for work while dedicated to the national interest. The roles are available in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension. AGS is a diverse organization with offices in every capital city and a team of 800 staff, including 576 lawyers. AGS offers flexible working options, generous leave entitlements, and wellbeing benefits to support employees' needs throughout their careers. Candidates must be Australian Citizens and willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level. To apply, candidates are encouraged to submit their interest in temporary employment by completing an online application form, indicating their location and area of interest. The temporary employment register will close at 5:00 PM (AEDT) on Friday, 9 January 2026. Specific vacancies, including ongoing roles, are advertised on the AGS recruitment portal. #J-18808-Ljbffr