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 **** (Cth) (PGPA Act). The Mint is also covered by the PublicService Act **** (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