Overview Opportunities exist for dispute resolution senior lawyers to join our Tax team undertaking litigation in a range of practice areas for the Commissioner of Taxation, including tax appeals and reviews in the Federal Court and Administrative Review Tribunal, judicial review proceedings, and recovery work in various jurisdictions.About usAustralian 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 current 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 800 staff, including over 576 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.About the rolesThe AGS Dispute Resolution practice (DR) is Australia's pre-eminent public law litigation practice.
It has unrivalled experience and specialist expertise in providing dispute related legal advice and representation in every jurisdiction in Australia, across a diverse range of legal matters for Commonwealth agencies, including a very significant practice representing the Commonwealth's regulatory enforcement agencies, administrative law, tax litigation, employment law, torts law and information access law.
AGS acts for the Commonwealth in the full range of disputes to which it is a party or in which it has an interest (including access to sensitive information) and advises on investigations including for law enforcement and national security agencies.
DR also represents the Commonwealth before inquests, inquiries and royal commissions, and as the solicitor assisting royal commissions.
In addition, DR has a specialist in-house counsel practice, led by Tim Begbie KC.In these roles you will:work on a range of litigation matters (and litigation-related advice matters) for the Commissioner of Taxationmanage or assist with taxation litigation across a range of jurisdictions, including the Federal Court, Administrative Review Tribunal and State Courtsrepresent Commonwealth agencies in dealings with other parties, witnesses and counselundertake work in other areas of law relevant to the work of AGS Dispute Resolution.For further information about the requirements of the roles, please refer to the role descriptions available on our recruitment portal.About youThe successful candidates will ideally have:generally, at least 5 years' (EL1) or 7 years' (EL2) post-admission experience in the relevant fieldexperience in the relevant field and in other areas of law relevant to the work of dispute resolutionexperience in managing commonwealth litigation mattersa strong understanding of relevant law in the area and the ability to clearly articulate technical arguments and draft advisory opinionsthe ability to work under pressure, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade, think creatively and deliver innovative client-focused legal solutions.excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation skills and the ability to persuade.You will 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 lawyers commercially competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.With open door access to some of Australia's most respected lawyers, we are a developer of talent and critical thinking and you will partner with our clients to deliver creative solutions to current and emerging legal issues of national importance.To applyTo apply you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.To apply, please click the 'Apply' button.
Applications close at 5:00pm (AEDT) on Sunday, 12 October 2025.Further enquiriesFurther information can be obtained by contacting Jill Mackay, HR Business Partner on.
Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills matchThe Attorney-General's Department delivers programs and policies to maintain and improve Australia's law and justice framework, and strengthen our national security and emergency management.
Through the Australian Government Solicitor, we also provide legal services to the Commonwealth (including legal advice and representation).
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.The Attorney-General's Department delivers programs and policies to maintain and improve Australia's law and justice framework, and strengthen our national security and emergency management.
Through the Australian Government Solicitor, we also provide legal services to the Commonwealth (including legal advice and representation).
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📌 Senior Lawyer - Tax
🏢 Australian Attorney-General'S Department
📍 Perth