Administrative Assistant (APS2)
- Canberra
- Non-ongoing contract - 18 months
An opportunity exists for an Administrative Assistant to join our Dispute Resolution Legal Support team in Canberra.
**About us**
Australian 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 new 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 650 staff, including over 400 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
**About the role**
The Dispute Resolution practice group provides specialist expertise in resolving and managing disputes across many areas of law. It acts for regulatory agencies in enforcing the law, protects sensitive information from disclosure, defends government decisions and responds to claims made against the Commonwealth. It is often involved in the largest and most sensitive matters affecting the Australian Government.
In this role your duties will include working with legal support staff to prepare legal documents, court material and briefs to counsel and general administrative tasks.
For further information about the requirements of the role please refer to the role description available below.
**About you**
- good attention to detail and a professional approach
- good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once
- good written and verbal communication skills and judgement
- the ability to deliver high quality customer service
- the ability to be flexible and work as part of a team.
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 employees 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.
AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our workplace can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.
**To apply**
**Further enquiries**
Further information can be obtained by contacting Sajith de Silva, Legal Support Manager on 02 6253 7019.