Full time
Allygroup is seeking an experienced lawyer to join our high-profile federal government client's Commercial Law Team for an initial 12-month secondment opportunity on a full-time basis.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting an uplift in the agency's agreement drafting and management within the Australian development program.
Australia's development program is a $4 billion-a-year investment that includes a number of delivery modalities as part of Australia's Official Development Assistance (ODA).
The ideal candidate will be an experienced commercial lawyer with experience or knowledge of Australia's ODA.
Knowledge of the ODA programs and their interaction with Commonwealth finance law, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) would also be beneficial to succeed in this role.
Candidates must be based in Canberra and hold an NV1 security clearance or above to be considered.
Expected tasks include:
Review of, and advice on, RFT documents before they go to market.
Review of, and advice on, addenda issued to the market during the RFT process.
Ability to work together with the agency's procurement and probity specialists to ensure a streamlined approach to procurement.
Review of, and advice on, high-value or high-risk contracts.
Supporting contract negotiations, as required.
Providing advice on contractual disputes.
Reviewing, and drafting contract amendments.
Assisting in template review and development, including for contracts, grants, whole of government agreements, international organisation or partner government agreements, and internal approval documentation.
Liaise with the agency's client groups and enabling areas as required.
Who we are
Ally group is a law firm that specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.
Allygroup is a forward-thinking firm that connects top-tier talent with Federal government opportunities, streamlining the hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and clients.
We play a key role in addressing nationally significant legal issues helping you to connect with exciting career opportunities that align with your skills, goals and values.
Ally group is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their gender, disability, neurodivergence, or cultural or religious identity.
What you need to do now
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