Senior Government Lawyer
The role involves providing legal services to the department's Skills and Training Group. Key responsibilities include delivering legal services, working closely with team members, clients, and ministers, as well as mentoring junior lawyers.
* Deliver legal services to the Skills and Training Group.
* Work closely with team members as a senior member.
* Develop and implement programs with clients, advising on legislation, reforms, and development.
* Support Ministers with legislation agendas.
* Apply statutory interpretation and administrative law skills in program development and administration.
* Mentor and supervise junior lawyers.
* Communicate technical legal arguments and draft sound legal advice.
* Manage competing priorities within short timeframes.
Requirements
* Experience in providing legal services to government departments.
* Strong understanding of legislative frameworks and reforms.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to mentor and supervise junior lawyers.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer
* A challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic government department.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* A collaborative and supportive work environment.
* A competitive salary and benefits package.