- Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth
- Applications close 23 November
- The salary range for this role is $158,513 - $169,596

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing cutting-edge & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.

Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the team

Lawyers in the Chief Counsel and Integrity Division (CCID) provide strategic and pragmatic legal advice on a range of public policy issues supporting Australia's economic security including technology and artificial intelligence, offshore oil and gas regulation, mining, Industry capability, supply chain resilience, commercial investments, manufacturing, Science policy, governance and infrastructure.

We support the Australian Space Agency, the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator, and Australia's Chief Scientist.





Our team of legal professionals are committed to providing high-quality legal advice in a supportive culture.

The opportunity

Principal Legal Counsel manage priority legal matters to deliver outcomes for the Australian Government and manage legal risk to the Commonwealth.

With roles available in both the Public Law and Dispute Resolution and Corporate and Information Law Branches we are seeking talented, experienced lawyers who are interested in working in the following areas.

- Commercial legal issues, including major transaction and investment decisions taken by Government and broader grants administration.
- Administrative law including decision making, exercising regulatory powers, delegations and authorisations.
- Employment and workplace relations matters; code of conduct, public interest disclosure (PID) and other integrity issues.
- Litigation, merits and judicial review of administrative decisions relating to trade remedies, mining and resource activities, grants and other industry support programs.
- Legislative compliance and complex statutory interpretation.
- Legislative design, shaping legislative frameworks that enable major policy and program outcomes.
- Procurement, contract drafting and negotiation and contractual issues.
- Intellectual property, data access and confidentiality issues.
- Privacy,



data management and freedom of information matters including privacy impact assessments.

What's in it for you?

In this role you will work at the centre of government, with the opportunity to:

- advise on complex legal aspects of contemporary public policy
- play a key role in translating complex policy into clear, workable and enduring law
- work closely with senior policy makers and decisionmakers on high-profile reforms
- access flexible working arrangements and professional development to support your career.

Our ideal candidate

We are seeking EL2 Principal Legal Counsel to fill several positions in the Legal Practice.

To be successful, you need to bring:

- Skills and experience in an area of law relevant to in‐house government practice, including at least one of commercial, information law, legislative design or dispute resolution and federal litigation.
- Strong understanding of legislative frameworks, statutory interpretation and administrative law.
- Proven ability to translate complex policy into effective legislative solutions.
- Experience supporting legislation through parliamentary processes and implementation phases.
- Highly developed judgement, including the ability to identify and manage legal and delivery risks.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with senior executives.
- Experience leading teams, collaborating with others, and building capability in others.

As a Principal Legal Counsel, you can:

- Undertake work with higher levels of legal complexity under broad direction
- Oversee and develop teams to provide high-quality, customer centric, legal services
- Influence policy d

📌 Principal Legal Counsel, Chief Counsel And Integrity (Newcastle)
🏢 Department of Industry, Science and Resources
📍 Newcastle