Assistant Parliamentary Counsel 1 | Full-Time Permanent

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Assistant Parliamentary Counsel 1 Full-time Permanent Details: The ACT Parliamentary Counsel's Office is seeking applications from qualified people for the above legislative drafting position.
Assistant Parliamentary Counsel 1 (APC1 ) is a broad band, ranging from entry level positions for lawyers who have not had significant experience in providing legislative drafting services elsewhere to experienced drafters.
The primary role of an Assistant Parliamentary Counsel 1 will be to: Draft bills and subordinate laws for the Government and non-Executive members of the Legislative Assembly, and provide legislative advice, under supervision.
Work in drafting teams and assist in the management of drafting projects.
Actively participate in activities aimed at developing a cooperative and high performing workplace.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: Admission to practice as a legal practitioner of the ACT Supreme Court, the High Court, or the Supreme Court of a State or another Territory is required.
Experience with drafting primary and subordinate legislation is desirable.
Note: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future permanent or temporary APC1 vacancies over the next 12 months.
Current and former ADF members are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply: Please provide an application coversheet, including contact details for two referees, your curriculum vitae (no more than six pages) and a short statement (no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, knowledge and capabilities make you an ideal candidate for this role.
You should consider the duties of the position and capabilities required to perform the position in drafting your statement.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.
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