Team Manager (Executive Level 2) - AGS Dispute Resolution practice group Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney Ongoing (permanent) and non-ongoing roles Opportunities exist for Team Managers to join our Dispute Resolution (DR) practice. These are new roles, which will have management responsibilities for the day-to-day operation of a team within the DR practice.
About us
Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government's central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General's Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work.
AGS is unique. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government.
AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist the Australian Government in the development and implementation of solutions to legal issues that have national importance.
AGS is diverse. With offices in every capital city and a team of 715 staff, including 500 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
About the role
The Dispute Resolution practice group provides specialist expertise in resolving and managing disputes across many areas of law. It acts for regulatory agencies in enforcing the law, protects sensitive information from disclosure, defends government decisions, assists royal commissions and responds to claims made against the Commonwealth. It is often involved in the largest and most sensitive matters affecting the Australian Government.
In this role you will:
provide practice management support to one or more teams (depending on the number of lawyers) and their Team Leaders and Assistant Team Leader collaboratively develop and implement strategies and plans to support the effective operation of the team work closely with senior leaders to effectively manage and ensure sufficient resources in the team contribute to team operations and provide guidance and support to team members with regard to policies, systems and training contribute to frameworks, business plans, governance and compliance requirements support a range of business activities and reporting requirements. About you
This role will suit candidates who have:
recent or relevant experience managing a professional services team or legal practice, or as a senior practitioner with significant understanding of or experience in the Commonwealth legal environment the ability to exercise high levels of discretion, integrity and diplomacy the ability to initiate, build and maintain strong internal and external client relationships the ability to work under pressure, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade. You will work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive environment where everyone's contribution is valued, and success is rewarded. We offer our employees commercially competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.
With open door access to some of Australia's most respected lawyers, we are a developer of talent and critical thinking and you will partner with our clients to deliver creative solutions to current and emerging legal issues of national importance.
AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our work can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.
To apply
To apply you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting 2 (NV2) level.
To apply, please click the 'Begin' button and ensure that you upload a maximum 2-page cover letter indicating your relevant experience with reference to the required skills and experience set out above and in the relevant role description, along with a copy of your CV.
Applications close at 5:00pm (AEDT) on Sunday, 12 January 2025.
Further enquiries
Further information can be obtained by contacting Jill Mackay, Human Resources Business Partner on 02 9581 7568.#J-18808-Ljbffr