AGS Legal Administrative Support – Temporary Employment Register
Australian Attorney-General's Department – Sydney NSW
Full-time, non-ongoing opportunities up to 12-months
Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney
The Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is seeking expressions of interest from administrators and legal assistants with varied levels of experience to become a member of our legal support teams.
About us
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.
We deliver expert legal services to Commonwealth clients across a wide range of areas including dispute resolution, commercial law and constitutional and public law.
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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 576 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government.
About the roles
We are seeking candidates who are looking to start or expand a working career, have an interest in administration in a legal environment, and are enthusiastic and willing to learn.
On-the-job training will be provided along with ongoing training and development.
Fundamentally, a strong work ethic and a desire to work in a team and provide professional administrative service to lawyers is key.
Administrative experience required:




APS2 level roles are entry level positions and previous administrative experience would be an advantage but is not essential
APS3 level roles generally require a minimum of 12-months' administrative support experience
APS4 level roles generally require a minimum of 2 years' legal administrative experience in a law firm or similar environment.
Please refer to the relevant role description for duties and responsibilities of each position which are available on our recruitment portal.
As a member of our Legal Support team you will:
take an active role in assisting our lawyers to deliver a high standard of legal services to our clients
maintain legal files and assist with client enquiries
manage lawyers' diaries and travel
assisting with client billing and reporting, ensuring that administrative procedures align with AGS requirements
assist to prepare, and in some cases draft, documents relevant to your role and send these to clients, courts, tribunals or other bodies.
To be successful in these roles you will have:
administrative experience relevant to the role, good attention to detail and a professional approach, including the ability to manage multiple task with accuracy
a genuine commitment and ability to deliver high quality client service
well-developed written and oral communication skills
good knowledge of common software applications (e.g. Word, Outlook, Adobe), for more senior roles advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint as well as legal practice software systems such as Mattersphere, Elite, iManage, Desksite or Filesite




a team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to the success of the team
a genuine interest in developing your administrative skills further, with a focus on learning and improving processes as you grow within the role.
You will work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest.
You will work collaboratively in an inclusive setting where everyone's contribution is valued, and success is rewarded.
We offer our employees competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation.
flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career.
AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity.
We understand that work is only part of your life and while our work 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.
Further enquiries
Further information can be obtained by contacting the following managers:
Melanie Waddell, National Coordinator Dispute Resolution – ************
Michelle Duncan, Executive Officer Office of General Counsel – ************
Mary Morris, Acting National Coordinator Commercial – ************
Eligibility
To submit your interest, you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level.
Getting to know the Australian Government Solicitor
AGS is unique.
Regarded as the leading providers of legal services to government, we are a national, commercially competitive law practice within the Attorney-General's Department.
Our team of around 800 employees, located in 7 offices around Australia, provides expert services in all areas of law connected with government.
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📌 Ags Legal Administrative Support – Temporary Employment Register (New South Wales)
🏢 Australian Attorney-General'S Department
📍 New South Wales