We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Litigation and Legal Services team.

As a Litigation Officer, you will manage multiple complex litigation cases within the Litigation and Legal Services business area. You’ll undertake legal research, prepare high-quality court documents and correspondence, develop and implement litigation strategies, provide sound legal advice, lead and manage dispute resolution processes and advocate as required, including appearing in legal proceedings and hearings across debt recovery, tax technical and administrative law matters.

You will work autonomously and collaboratively in a dynamic environment to deliver litigation and legal advice cases, while supporting senior litigators on more complex matters. You’ll contribute to improvements in litigation practices through input to policy and mentoring of less experienced colleagues.

We embrace the strength of diversity – through our people and the perspectives they bring.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the recruitment process.

The key duties of the position include:

- independently plans and manages a range of complex litigation matters, delivering effective and measurable outcomes within required timeframes
- develops, implements and recommends litigation strategies to manage risk and achieve appropriate outcomes, escalating where appropriate
- provides high-quality written legal advice through analysis of relevant legislation, policies, practices and precedents




- collaborates and negotiates with influence to resolve complex legal disputes within legislative and policy frameworks
- mentors and encourages others to achieve their potential.

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Litigation and Legal Services team.

As a Litigation Officer, you will manage multiple complex litigation cases within the Litigation and Legal Services business area. You’ll undertake legal research, prepare high-quality court documents and correspondence, develop and implement litigation strategies, provide sound legal advice, lead and manage dispute resolution processes and advocate as required, including appearing in legal proceedings and hearings across debt recovery, tax technical and administrative law matters.

You will work autonomously and collaboratively in a energetic environment to deliver litigation and legal advice cases, while supporting senior litigators on more complex matters. You’ll contribute to improvements in litigation practices through input to policy and mentoring of less experienced colleagues.

We embrace the strength of diversity – through our people and the perspectives they bring.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence,



Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Our ideal candidate:

- independently plans and manages a range of complex litigation matters, delivering effective and measurable outcomes within required timeframes
- develops, implements and recommends litigation strategies to manage risk and achieve appropriate outcomes, escalating where appropriate
- provides high-quality written legal advice through analysis of relevant legislation, policies, practices and precedents
- collaborates and negotiates with influence to resolve complex legal disputes within legislative and policy frameworks
- mentors and encourages others to achieve their potential.

Relevant legal qualifications are desirable, and holding or working towards a practising certificate would be highly regarded.

Getting to know the Australian Taxation Office

We are globally recognised for leading best practice in the administration of tax and superannuation, promoting a level playing field and fairness for all. Our work makes a real difference to the lives of Australians and positively impacts their economic and social wellbeing. Our people are problem-solvers, curious, dynamic and are at the heart of our success. We are inclusive and embrace the strength of diversity. Flexible working arrangements are available to help balance work and life. We offer more than you expect. We offer a place where you can belong, a say in how you make a difference, and the chance to grow a successful career.

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🏢 Australian Taxation Office
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