APS5 Legal Practice Management Officer

Support legal ops, liaise with agencies, and grow your career in a dynamic government legal team.

Your new company

A high-performing legal support team is seeking experienced APS employees to join their practice management section. This team plays a vital role in supporting legal operations through a range of administrative and paralegal functions.


Your new role

As an APS5 Practice Management Support Officer, you will provide critical support across legal and corporate functions. You will be responsible for:
• Processing subpoenas, including complex matters
• Coordinating matters before the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), including compiling documents and preparing section 23 statements
• Liaising with external agencies regarding disclosure obligations and subpoena material
• Assisting with accommodation planning and other corporate services
• Managing legal research subscriptions and coordinating training
• Supporting recruitment and other administrative activities for the Legal Group

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Eligibility for a Section 26 transfer (mandatory)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• High level of initiative and sound judgement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Experience with paralegal processes and subpoena handling (desirable)
• Familiarity with departmental recruitment and administrative procedures (advantageous)

What you'll get in return

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive team environment where your skills will be valued. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while developing your career in a stable APS role.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jayde Ashmore on 61127636 or email jayde.ashmore@hays.com.au now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Legal
Pay
APS5
Ref:
2958344

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Jayde Ashmore, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Canberra
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke Street

Telephone: 61127636

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