Senior Government Lawyer

relatbl · Canberra ACT · Full time
Posted 58d ago

Senior Government Lawyer

relatbl
Canberra ACT

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Full time

$100k - $150k
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Provide technical administrative law advice on complex agency programs
  • Analyse and apply legislation to support program delivery and decision-making
  • Advise internal clients on legislative requirements and compliance obligations

About the opportunity

adaptbl is recruiting an experienced administrative lawyer with strong statutory interpretation skills for our Commonwealth Government client. The role will provide advice on complex legislative frameworks and government programs, identifying legislative risks and delivering practical legal advice to support program delivery, policy implementation and decision-making.

An initial labour hire contract until 23 December 2026 is on offer, with prospects of extension up to 6 months.

We welcome candidates from any national capital city across Australia to apply, including those seeking flexible work arrangements.

Please note: only Australian citizens with the ability to obtain/maintain a Baseline clearance can be considered for this role.

Duties
 

  • Provide technical administrative law advice on complex agency programs
  • Analyse and apply legislation to support program delivery, policy implementation and decision-making
  • Advise internal clients on legislative requirements and compliance obligations with minimal supervision
  • Manage matters across multiple legislative and regulatory frameworks, and adapt quickly to new subject areas
  • Identifying legislative risks, obligations and operational impacts, and developing practical solutions to address them

Requisite skills/experience
 

  • Strong statutory interpretation skills and experience in legislative development
  • Ability to manage a broad range of matters concurrently and adapt to changing priorities
  • Excellent writing skills, including preparing internal legal advice, legal instruments and briefs
  • Excellent stakeholder management and coordination skills
  • Strong attention to detail

Culture and benefits

adaptbl is owned and managed by lawyers and other professionals who have first-hand experience working as contractors. We treat people the way we would want to be treated, and we provide a range of perks and benefits to our staff.

How to apply

Click APPLY or get in touch with Sam (************************) or Nishita (*********************************) for a confidential discussion. Applications for this position close on 2 August 2026. However, applications received after the closing date will be considered for similar future roles.

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Skills

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Attention to detailLegal adviceLegal complianceLegal draftingLegal researchLegal writingLegislation analysisLegislative frameworksStakeholder managementStatutory interpretation

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