Full time
Ally group is seeking an experienced lawyer with experience in litigation – including advocacy and advice on litigation matters.
The Principal Government Lawyer (EL2 equivalent) is responsible for providing strategic legal advice and managing complex legal services within a government agency. This is a 6 months secondment opportunity with the option to extend for a further 6 months.
The candidate would be required to be Adelaide based, hold a Baseline Clearance and would have an unrestricted practicing certificate.
The main duties of the role will consist of:
Leading and managing a caseload of legal matters, including high profile and contentious cases. Providing high level advocacy in reviews of agency decisions heard in the Administrative Review Tribunal. Leading and managing staff, including overseeing the management of performance, attendance and health and well-being, providing guidance to staff performing legal work. Identifying, assessing, managing and reporting on legal risks in the agency and escalating issues to the executive. Providing strategic legal advice to stakeholders. We are interested in candidates with skills in:
Managing - both of a caseload and staff Strategic risk identification and management Legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements relevant to the work area Processes of relevant Tribunals, Courts and Commissions Programs and services administered by the agency The agency's privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety and security protocols Relevant business systems and tools. What's in it for you:
Impactful Work: Contribute to maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team. High Salary: Attractive remuneration package. Applying for this role
To submit your application, press 'Apply Now'. Alternatively, please feel free to call us on (02) 5104 3170 for a confidential discussion or email your resume through to
About Ally group
Ally group is a law firm which specializes in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.
Ally group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavor to put forward the best candidates regardless of any disability or cultural, gender or religious identity.
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