We are seeking Law Interpretation Officers to join our Law Design and Practice (LDP) and Compliance and Engagement Group (CEG). LDP includes several specialist areas, such as Objections and Review (OAR), the Office of the Chief Tax Counsel (OCTC), and Policy, Analysis and Legislation (PAL). This recruitment process will support opportunities across both LDP and CEG, with positions available in a range of law interpretation and dispute resolution work areas. Roles may be available across any of our LDP areas, including OAR, OCTC and PAL, as well as across CEG's technical advice and leadership functions.
As a Law Interpretation Officer, you will interpret and analyse facts, evidence and information. You'll apply and interpret law and policies to resolve disputes and contribute to policy and law changes. You'll undertake moderately complex law and policy work to support the development, implementation and maintenance of legislation and policy.
The role contributes to providing evidence-based advice, legislative design and policy development, working collaboratively with internal partners, Treasury and other government agencies to ensure policy intent is translated into practical and administrable law. These may involve individuals (including high-wealth individuals), small businesses, multi-national businesses, public groups, private groups and high-risk taxpayers.
You will apply a holistic approach to law interpretation and decision making to maintain the integrity of the tax system and work with various stakeholders to resolve and prevent disputes.
These roles may be offered on an ongoing or non-ongoing basis in Kaurna Country (Adelaide), Wiradjuri Country (Albury), Wurundjeri Country (Box Hill), Yuggera and Turrbal Country (Brisbane), Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country (Canberra), Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung Country (Dandenong), Wadawurrung Country (Geelong), Darkinjung Country (Gosford), Nipaluna Country (Hobart), Wurundjeri Country (Melbourne), Wurundjeri Country (Moonee Ponds), Awabakal and Worimi Country (Newcastle), Dharug Country (Parramatta), Dharug Country (Penrith), Whadjuk Country (Perth), Eora Country (Sydney), Bindal and Wulgurukaba Country (Townsville), Yuggera and Turrbal Country (Upper Mount Gravatt) or Dharawal Country (Wollongong).
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We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the recruitment process.