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APS6 - General Commercial Lawyer, Commercial

Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development | Canberra, AU

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Requisition ID 45099 - Posted - $92,005 - $110,020 -  Location of Position (4)  - Ongoing - Full Time -  Position Classification(s) (1)  Title:  Classification(s):  Employment Type: Our values set the direction for what it means to work in our department. They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department. The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTIQ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership. A little bit about us  The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (Department) is responsible for the design and delivery of the Australian Government's infrastructure, transport, regional development, communications and arts policies and programs. Our work touches every Australian community and underpins our economy and society. Our focus is on connecting Australians, enriching communities, and empowering our regions. We do this by providing policy advice to government, and delivering programs, services and research for the benefit of all legal services function in the Department provides high quality, technically excellent, and practical legal advice, support and services for the Department and Ministers’ offices, on the diverse areas covered by the portfolio.   The opportunity we have available The Legal, FOI & Privacy Division is seeking a junior level (APS6 level, 2+ years PQE), dynamic and talented commercial lawyer to join our growing legal team. With strong technical legal abilities, our ideal candidate will have excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills and a proactive/ enquiring mindset to enable and deliver on the commercial focused aspects of the Division’s legal services. Reporting to a Senior Lawyer - General Commercial (EL1), this newly created role will collaborate with other lawyers to deliver outcomes as part of a high performing legal team managing a diverse portfolio of matters that are crucial to the wellbeing of every Australian and the prosperity of the nation. This is an opportunity to advance your career and/or gain experience working in the Australia Public Service, working with high profile stakeholders.  The Commercial Law team, which includes a general commercial law function, provides a broad range of legal services to the Department (including to support the delivery of major projects such as Western Sydney Airport, Moorebank Intermodal Freight Terminal and WestConnex). Particular areas of focus for the team, include: • major infrastructure projects, including air, road and rail; • support for the administration of offshore non-self-governing Australian territories; • broader corporate and procurement services for the Department; and • surface transport matters, including aviation, maritime and road transport.  We may establish a merit pool for future vacancies. What will you do? Working closely with Senior Lawyers, Principal Lawyers and the General Counsel – Commercial, you will be responsible for: • assisting with the carriage of, and providing advice on, commercial law matters and procurements (including the Department’s varied portfolio of major/strategic projects) drafting, reviewing and negotiating key transaction and supporting contracts; • supporting the development and maintenance of the Department’s commercial law related precedents; • partnering with internal stakeholders to inform, design and deliver effective and efficient legal solutions that meet the Department’s requirements; • supporting the efficient and value for money delivery services provided by external legal service providers who may be appointed to assist with matters from time to time; and • contributing to team and organisational level continuous improvement and skills/capacity building initiatives, including by supporting internal training to the Department on commercial law related issues from time to time. We actively support flexible work arrangements. The preference for the role is for a full-time position, however we are flexible in terms of allowing home-based work upon discussion with the Principal lawyer.   Who are we looking for?  Our ideal candidate must: always conduct themselves in accordance with the Department’s Values; have relevant post-qualification legal experience, gained in a law firm, in an in-house environment or in government; have the interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders (of all levels) in the provision of legal advice (they are flexible, resilient and a strong team player with a positive and collaborative working style); be able to work and deliver with appropriate supervision and prioritise workload in a high-volume and fast-paced environment that will (at times) involve urgent deadlines; have a desire to learn and grow their technical legal skills; achieve own outcomes, be proactive and possess an agile mindset and strong problem solving skills; and While not essential, our ideal candidate may also have: experience in advising on, drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating a range of commercial arrangements; and/or an appreciation of the policy and legislative/regulatory framework that is relevant to dealings/transactions undertaken by the Department.; and/or What else can we offer? We offer a range of professional benefits and opportunities to help you build your skills, experience and networks in the Australian Public Service (APS): • an excellent opportunity to grow and diversify your career in a high-profile organisation and role;• a flexible, family friendly workplace and a diverse and supportive team environment – for example, flexible working arrangements including home-based work in accordance with the Departmental policy;• exposure to high profile and exciting matters/pieces of work and networking opportunities across the Department and wider APS – including through access to our internal staff networks and communities of practice; • study assistance, support for continuing legal education and vocational training (including formal training and capability development opportunities focused on your individual career goals); and• mentoring and coaching opportunities, work-life balance and excellent conditions of service (for example, 15.4% superannuation, a typical 37.5 hour working week, additional paid leave over the Christmas shutdown period and (where eligible to do so) we may even be able to recognise periods of prior State or Commonwealth Service for long service leave purposes in accordance with the Long Service Leave (Commonwealth Employees) Act 1976 (Cth)).   Eligibility requirements Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including: Citizenship: To be eligible for employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts applicants must be an Australian citizen.  Health Assessment: The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider. Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at ((Baseline)) Level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website . Qualifications:   Tertiary degree in law from an Australian tertiary institution, or a comparable overseas qualification which is appropriate to the duties of the position - (APS6 level, 2+ years PQE), Admission as a legal practitioner, however described, of the High Court or of the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory or have completed and satisfied all requirements to be eligible for admission. How to apply Applications for this opportunity close at 11:59pm AEST, Sunday 02June 2024. In applying for this position, you will be asked to provide a short statement of no more than two (2) pages outlining your background, capabilities and experience, and how these align with the capabilities and behaviours required to be successful in this role (as identified in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section). You must also provide a CV, to a maximum of five (5) pages.  Your application should be received through our online recruitment system . Applications via Indeed (or other recruitment or job advertising websites/agencies) will not be accepted.  If you experience any issues with the system please contact the Recruitment Team on or via email to  to discuss an alternative way to submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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