Job Description

Non-ongoing
n $80,495 - $86,246 (APS 4) + 15.4%superannuation
n Full time, Part-time, Casual

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About the Mint
n The Royal Australian Mint is a small government agency workingwithin the Commonwealth Government Portfolio of the Treasury. TheMint is a non-corporate Commonwealth Entity and is listed under Public Governance Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (Cth) (PGPA Act). The Mint is also covered by the PublicService Act 1999 (Cth) (PS Act).

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The Royal Australian Mint makes coins and other minted products to serve the needs of the Australian economy, foreign countries,investors and collectors. We are stewards of a thriving national institution that showcases our Nations stories through the NationalCoin Collection, and a world class museum and gallery experience.

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The Royal Australian Mint creates public value through a rangeof coining and minting-related activities. We play a key role insharing the stories of Australia by recognising significantanniversaries, events, organisations and cultural perspectivesthrough coins.

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The Mint offers some of the most unique career opportunitieswithin the public service, including roles such as:

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- Coin making – polishing, laser frosting, 3Dengraving, Physical Vapour Deposition hard coating, chrome plating,dies inspection and collars manufacture.
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- Machinery – operate and maintain minting criticalmachines.
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- Coin Sculpting – design coins, medals, medallions,and token, etc.
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- Graphic Design – design coin packaging materials,exhibition graphics, etc.
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- Engineering – technical support and manufacturingoperations.
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About the Role
n The Royal Australian Mint's Legal Services Section is seeking aproactive and enthusiastic Legal Research Officer/ Paralegal toassist with a diverse range of legal matters including commerciallaw, employment law, contract and procurement support, privacy andfreedom of information.

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The Legal Research Officer/ Paralegal will contribute totechnical excellence through research, analysis and knowledgesharing to support the delivery of high-quality advice to internaland external stakeholders. Drafting includes high-quality documentssuch as briefs, instruments, agreements, delegations, policies andcorrespondence.

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In addition, the Legal Research Officer/ Paralegal plays a keyrole in delivering administrative and business support serviceswithin a busy and dynamic team. Working under limited direction,the position is responsible for managing administrative activities,maintaining accurate records and reporting systems, supportingfinancial and procurement processes, and contributing to informeddecision-making through research and analysis.

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The role requires sound judgement, attention to detail, and theability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and legislativeframeworks while providing high-quality support to achieveorganisational outcomes.

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The Duties
n The duties of this position include:

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- Undertaking research relating to a wide range ofmatters including commercial, employment, privacy and informationlaw.
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- Providing accurate, well-written and timelyinformation and recommendations on the basis of this research.
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- Liaising with external agencies andstakeholders.
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- Drafting papers, reports and documents for internalstakeholders, the Board, executive and external parties. Criticallyevaluating data and ensuring that recommendations are supported byevidence.
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- Editing and formatting documents in line with theAustralian Government style guide.
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- Supporting financial and procurement processes.
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- Carrying out administrative tasks, such as managinginboxes and drafting operating procedures.
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- Supporting the General Counsel and SeniorLawyer.
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Security
n This position requires a Baseline security clearance. Thesuccessful applicant will be required to obtainand maintain aclerarance at this level.

📌 Legal Research Officer (APS 4) (Canberra)
🏢 Royal Australian Mint
📍 Canberra