Allygroup is seeking passionate senior lawyers to join a high-profile Commonwealth government department. This role offers the chance to get your foot in the door to a large government department doing meaningful and highly interesting work and build long-lasting connections. The position is set in a fast-paced and exciting environment, dealing with numerous complex pieces of legislation.
Key Details:
Duration: Six-month secondment with the possibility of extension
Location: Candidates must be based in Canberra.
Work Arrangements: Part-time options may be considered for the right candidate, but full-time is preferred
Security Clearance: NV1 security clearance or higher is required.
Responsibilities:
Support support the department’s implementation of the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024, as well as business as usual privacy law advising and governance work.
Provide general administrative law advice and assist in the conduct of proceedings in the Administrative Review Tribunal.
Support the department's legislation development work, including in connection with the management of FF(SP) amendments as required.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to significant legal processes within a federal government department.
Our ideal candidate would have experience in:
Implementing legislative reforms and regulatory compliance
Privacy law compliance and governance processes
Administrative law, including decision-making and litigation
Development of legislation
Undertaking legal research
What Allygroup Offers:
At Allygroup, we believe work should empower and inspire you. It’s more than a job—it’s about creating an environment where you are consistently challenged, engaged, and supported. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. When you join Allygroup, you can expect:
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. As the role may involve material that can affect psychosocial wellbeing, Allygroup provides supports additional to the department’s, including a dedicated resourcing consultant and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
High Salary: Attractive remuneration package.
Applying for this role
To submit your application, press the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Alternatively, please feel free to call us on (02) 5104 3170 for a confidential discussion or email your resume through to recruitment@allygroup.com.au.