Australian Government Solicitor

About Australian Government Solicitor

12 month contract Administrative Assistant Melbourne AGS is seeking expressions of interest for an Administrative Assistant in our Melbourne office. About us Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is a self-funded legal practice within the Attorney-General’s Department. It exists to provide high quality legal services to the Commonwealth and to help agencies meet their unique legal service needs. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. 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. We have a team of 650 staff including 370 lawyers with offices in every capital city who provide legal services and specialist advice on more than 40 different areas of law related to government. About the role This role is within the AGS Dispute Resolution practice area. AGS Dispute Resolution provides specialist expertise in resolving and managing disputes across a broad range of areas of law and across jurisdictions – from small claims and disputes, to the largest and most sensitive litigation matters in which the Commonwealth is involved. In this role your duties will include working with legal support staff to prepare legal documents, court material and briefs to counsel and general administrative tasks. For further information about the requirements of the Administrative Assistant position, please refer to the role description available below. About you good attention to detail and a professional approach good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once good written and verbal communication skills and judgement the ability to deliver high quality customer service good knowledge of common software applications (e.g. Word, Outlook, Adobe) the ability to be flexible and work as part of a team. Working at AGS You will work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive team environment where contribution, dedication and innovation is valued and rewarded. We offer our lawyers 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 workplace 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 appropriate level. To apply for this role, please click 'Apply' below. Applications close on 21 February 2020. Further enquiries Further information can be obtained by contacting Maria Wharton, Legal Support Manager on 03 9242 1293.

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