5d ago , from Norton Rose Fulbright AustraliaNorton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice.
We providethe world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutionswith a full business law service.
We have more than ****lawyers based in over 58 offices across Europe, the UnitedStates, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, theMiddle East and Central Asia.The roleWe are looking for a Commonwealth Government PracticeCoordinator to join our CommonwealthGovernment practice, based inCanberra, on a full-time, permanentbasis.This is a unique prospect to play a key role in one of thefirm's flagship practice areas, supporting the operationalrequirements of the practice and helping to drive the deliveryof high-quality service to Commonwealth Government clients.Working closely with Partners, lawyers, Business Services teamsand government stakeholders, you will coordinate reporting,panel administration, security clearance processes and a rangeof practice support activities, while also providing broaderparalegal support across the team.This is a varied and hands-on role suited to a highly organisedprofessional who enjoys building strong relationships, managingcompeting priorities and contributing to the ongoing success ofa busy legal practice.ResponsibilitiesSupport the day-to-day operational and administrativerequirements of the Commonwealth Government practice, includingpanel management, reporting and stakeholder coordinationCoordinate Australian Government security clearanceprocesses, working closely with employees,



government agenciesand internal stakeholdersCoordinate Commonwealth Government reporting obligations,ensuring accurate and timely submission in accordance withclient and panel requirementsAct as a key point of contact for internal and externalstakeholders regarding panel arrangements, matteradministration and client-specific requirementsDraft and prepare correspondence, reports, legal documentsand other practice-related materialsConduct legal research and assist with the preparation ofbriefs, schedules and summariesMaintain reporting data, practice resources and keyinformation repositoriesSupport process improvement initiatives and contribute tothe development of efficient and consistent reporting andadministrative processesRequirementsAustralian citizenship, with the ability to obtain andmaintain an Australian Government Security ClearancePrevious experience in a legal support, practice support,coordination, administration or paralegal role within a lawfirm or governmentExperience working with government clients,



panelarrangements or reporting requirements will be highlyregardedStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability tobuild effective relationships across all levels of anorganisationExcellent written and verbal communication skills,including the ability to draft professional correspondence anddocumentationStrong organisational skills, attention to detail and theability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesA proactive, collaborative approach and commitment todelivering excellent client serviceStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Wordand ExcelWhy NRF?
At Norton Rose Fulbright Australia, you will be rewarded withgenuine career prospects and an excellent team environmentrenowned for its collaborative culture, passion for clientservice and professional development opportunities.Remuneration will be commensurate with relevant experience.Please note we will not be accepting agency applications forthis position.Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives to create aninclusive environment.
We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbrightin Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice forGender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through theAustralian Workplace Equality Index.
In **** we werere-accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and alwaysencourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work optionswith us.We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidatesto apply.If you are trans or gender diverse and would like aconfidential discussion before applying, please reach out.Please be aware in the course of routine work some of ourlawyers and teams can be exposed to details of trauma.
The firmhas controls in place including educational and psychologicalsupport.
Our talent team can provide further details.
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📌 Commonwealth Government Practice Coordinator (Canberra)
🏢 Norton Rose Fulbright
📍 Canberra