Overview
Employment type: Ongoing Full time
Location: ACT
AFP Band & Salary: Band 08 ($127,101.00 - $138,349.00) plus additional remuneration of $14,000 per annum
Job reference number: 15177
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide agile and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP offers a diverse and rewarding career with opportunities in frontline positions or in critical operational or professional support roles.
We recognise your contribution and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
- Six weeks of paid annual leave per year plus additional paid Christmas stand down
- 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
- 18 days of paid personal leave per year
- Generous superannuation of 15.4%
- 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) plus additional unpaid leave up to 24 months
- Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Health and wellbeing services focusing on early intervention, education and prevention
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Role
Chief Counsel Portfolio (CCP) is a dynamic, professional and diverse legal practice, managed to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. The CCP includes:
- Chief Counsel Office
- AFP Legal (Legal Operations Team and Legal Corporate Team)
- Criminal Assets Litigation (CAL North Team and CAL South Team)
The portfolio is geographically dispersed across six capital cities and is managed by the Chief Counsel; each legal team is managed by a General Counsel.
AFP Legal Corporate
The AFP Legal Corporate team provides legal advice and litigation services to support operational law enforcement activities of the AFP, including administrative, operational, commercial and employment law matters.
Applications are sought for the role of Legal Team Leader - AFP Legal Corporate – Employment and Dispute Resolution Law Team. As a Team Leader, you will develop people, manage change and influence behaviours to create a respectful and inclusive culture.
You will deliver core responsibilities in line with AFP values, leadership philosophy, reform agendas, business plans and your Performance Development Agreement.
What will you do?
The Legal Team Leader – Corporate (Employment and Dispute Resolution) requires strong management and leadership skills along with substantial technical expertise. Responsibilities include providing timely, well-written legal advice across employment and litigation matters, managing claims, civil litigation, coronial inquests and industrial disputes against the AFP, and advising on employment law and industrial relations including enterprise agreements, entitlements, disciplinary matters and termination of employment.
The role is expected to:
- Supervise a diverse team (including geographically dispersed members)
- Manage the team’s workflow and priorities aligned with CCP and AFP priorities
- Conduct or supervise complex matters with minimal supervision
- Represent the AFP in high-level discussions and negotiations with external stakeholders
- Progress legislative, governance and policy development
- Contribute to knowledge and information management initiatives
- Collaborate with Coordinators, General Counsels and Chief Counsel to achieve CCP objectives
Essential Requirements
- Australian citizenship at time of application
- Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) clearance or ability to obtain one
- Current practicing certificate
- Demonstrated experience in employment law
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
- Minimum AFP Band level 7 (equivalent to APS EL1)
- Minimum of 5 years post admission experience
Additional Information
- This role is located in Canberra; applicants should be based in Canberra. Interstate applicants must be willing to relocate at their own cost.
Selection Criteria
- Achieve results
- Communicates with influence
- Contributes to strategic thinking
- Cultivates productive working relationships
- Shows personal drive and integrity
- Technical knowledge and skills
Application
Please submit the following documents via the Jobs portal prior to the closing date:
- Resume/CV – outlines qualifications, work history, responsibilities and achievements.
- Applicant pitch – up to two pages; explain why you are the best fit with examples addressing the selection criteria and role requirements.
Only complete applications will be considered. Review and ensure uploaded documents are correct before submitting.
Employment Suitability
Should you progress, all applicants must:
- Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship.
- Have fingerprints taken if an offer is made.
- Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs.
- Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the required level.
Recruitment Process
Applicants may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities, including a formal interview. Guides for applicants and AFP work level standards may be used as a reference. A written scenario question may be used at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
The AFP values diverse perspectives and experiences and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including culturally and linguistically diverse communities, First Nations people, women, LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer: Patrick Myrtle
Contact Officer Phone: 5126 7801
Contact Officer Email: patrick.myrtle@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 20/10/2025
To view other employment opportunities, please visit our career site at www.afp.gov.au
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📌 Team Leader - Employment and Dispute Resolution
🏢 Australian Federal Police
📍 Canberra