Job Description
Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government’s central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work.
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. With offices in every capital city and a team of 800 staff, including over 576 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
About the role
The National Coordinator Commercial Legal Support has responsibility and accountability for the delivery of legal support across the national AGS Commercial practice. The role works with a high level of autonomy under the broad direction of the AGS Commercial National Manager.
We are seeking candidates with experience in legal administration and who are keen to take the next step in their career in this national role. Fundamentally, a strong work ethic and a desire to lead and work in a team and ensure top quality professional administrative support to lawyers is key.
The National Coordinator Commercial Legal Support plays a critical leadership role in leading and developing our national legal support team. As the coordinator of the national legal support team you will work closely with the National Manager, Assistant National Manager and other senior leaders to supervise, develop and manage support resources.
In this role you will:
lead, manage and provide strategic advice to the Commercial management/leadership team on legal support matters
ensure delivery of high-quality work that meets client expectations, compliance requirements and professional standards
undertake workforce planning and retention activities
grow and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with other AGS practice areas and with other groups in AGD
supervise a national team of dedicated legal support professionals.
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. With offices in every capital city and a team of 800 staff, including over 576 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
About the role
The National Coordinator Commercial Legal Support has responsibility and accountability for the delivery of legal support across the national AGS Commercial practice. The role works with a high level of autonomy under the broad direction of the AGS Commercial National Manager.
We are seeking candidates with experience in legal administration and who are keen to take the next step in their career in this national role. Fundamentally, a strong work ethic and a desire to lead and work in a team and ensure top quality professional administrative support to lawyers is key.
The National Coordinator Commercial Legal Support plays a critical leadership role in leading and developing our national legal support team. As the coordinator of the national legal support team you will work closely with the National Manager, Assistant National Manager and other senior leaders to supervise, develop and manage support resources.
In this role you will:
lead, manage and provide strategic advice to the Commercial management/leadership team on legal support matters
ensure delivery of high-quality work that meets client expectations, compliance requirements and professional standards
undertake workforce planning and retention activities
grow and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with other AGS practice areas and with other groups in AGD
supervise a national team of dedicated legal support professionals.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The National Coordinator Commercial Legal Support position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.