The key duties of the position include:
Introduction
The Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator (ANNPSR) is seeking dynamic senior executives to drive our organisation forward. Our objective is clear: to protect the environment and people by providing independent assurance for nuclear safety of Australia’s Nuclear-Powered Submarine Program, while supporting Australia’s Defence interests and the AUKUS partnership.
As part of the Senior Leadership Group, you will play a key role in promoting and influencing a shared commitment to the strategic direction of ANPSSR.
You will:
* Lead and manage a branch practicing inclusive leadership, collaboration and integrity;
* Demonstrate strong judgement and capitalise on innovative alternatives to resolve complex problems;
* Effectively challenge the status quo when required;
* Demonstrate resilience and personal accountability for the quality of advice and delivery of results; and
* Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who meets the Secretaries’ Charter of Leadership Behaviours, and engenders a culture of innovation and agility. They will be self-aware, positive in considering and respecting a diversity of ideas and perspectives of others. They will demonstrate the capability to provide timely and accurate advice to senior leaders and Government on complex matters. They will have outstanding judgement, strategic awareness, and parliamentary and media acumen.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The Role
The ANNPSR is seeking a highly qualified and experienced senior legal practitioner to fill the role of General Counsel. The role is responsible for the provision of legal advice, including on matters related to litigation and legislative creation, and support on a range of issues related to the ongoing maturity and operation of the ANNPSR, including its functions as an independent Defence nuclear regulator. The General Counsel is also part of the ANNPSR senior executive and is expected to play a broad leadership role within the Agency and beyond into the AUKUS Nuclear-Powered Submarine Program with stakeholders, peer and co-regulators, and other state and federal government entities.The General Counsel will work with staff across the ANNPSR to provide high-level legal advice on major, complex and sensitive issues arising from the operation of the ANNPSR which may include administrative law, litigation, legislation, and legal policy.
The successful candidate will be required to have knowledge, skills and advanced professional expertise as a senior legal practitioner, as well as demonstrable experience in the application of law in a regulatory and government agency setting at a senior legal practitioner level. A proven understanding of the relevant environmental factors affecting the operation and effectiveness of a regulatory agency, the relationship between complex issues and a sound grasp of Commonwealth frameworks, such as procurement, financial, employment and security, are all significant. The occupant of the role must have high level relationship management, influencing and negotiation skills, with strong leadership ability.
The applicant will also show a demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, model the APS Values, APS Employment Principles and promote compliance with the APS Code of Conduct.
Getting to know the Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator
The Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator is Australia’s independent authority for naval nuclear power. It is established under the Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Act 2024. The agency is responsible for licensing and monitoring Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine activities to ensure they are compliant with the law, and take action if they are not. The Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator is accountable to the Commonwealth Parliament, which represents the Australian people. We are a small, independent Agency who offer flexible working arrangements and are committed to continuous learning through a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities. We offer a truly unique career opportunity for capable people with curious minds. Our team are committed to the highest standards of naval nuclear power safety regulation and are seeking people who share the same dedication.