Senior Legal Officer - $122,140.00 and $146,225.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)Contact OfficerAndrea Carroll on 0482 110 526 or ****** ArrangementsFlexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.Applications close on 04/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.About our opportunityThis process is being used to fill 10 immediate position/s.
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.About our teamThe Security, Disputes and Operations Law Branch (SDOL Branch) is responsible for providing specialist legal advice and support to enable the Department and Australian Border Force (ABF) to manage legal risk for compliance, customs, security, intelligence, enforcement activities, along with related strategic and policy initiatives.
The Operations Law (Maritime) Section sits within the SDOL Branch and is responsible for providing legal advice on operational matters including Operation Sovereign Borders and fisheries matters, as well as compliance, customs and migration issues in a maritime operational context.
The Section also delivers legal training to ABF officers.The Operations Law Section also sits within the SDOL Branch and is responsible for providing legal advice and support on operational matters including exercise of powers under customs and migration legislation, aviation and maritime security legislation, intelligence gathering and advice on information use and disclosure in an operational context.
The Section also delivers legal training to the ABF and wider Department.The Sections work closely together on a wide range of tasks.
To optimise the provision of operational support, Legal Officers in the Operations Law Sections are generally co-located with internal clients, including at Departmental offices in Canberra and in relevant regional precincts.Reporting to the Principal Legal Officer of respective Sections, you may be responsible for managing Legal Officers.
The work is challenging, complex and varied.
The teams often work within short time frames, ensuring Departmental outcomes are achieved.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide high quality and timely legal advice to the Department on complex and sensitive matters.Deliver legal training to clients around Australia to ensure understanding of our domestic and international legal frameworks relevant to their operational environment.Foster and maintain progressive relationships with seniors, partners and internal teams to be influential in our communications.Navigate complex relationships with tact and finesse, including supervising, mentoring and coaching junior lawyers.Work across multiple projects, deadlines and clients/stakeholders.Liaison with internal stakeholders across the Department's Legal Group; the wider Department, and with external stakeholders including Portfolio Agencies.Use superior written and verbal communication skills to deliver frank and fearless advice in an influential way.Identify and manage legal risk to the Department and the Commonwealth in the context of your role.Hold and maintain an Australian Government security clearance at a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) level.Essential QualificationsA degree in law from an Australian university, or a comparable overseas degree which is recognised in Australia for admission to practice.Practising Certificate or eligibility to attain one.At least three years' post admission experience.How to applySubmit your application and CV through the Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 04/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted.As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role.Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us.Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance.Diversity and inclusionThe Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.
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