Lawyer

Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources – Melbourne VIC 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 innovative & 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 a 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.
About the Anti Dumping Commission We are Australia's international trade remedies authority – the Anti-Dumping Commission.
Commission staff investigate alleged unfair trade practices involving goods entered Australia.
These investigations seek to deliver a level playing field for industry.
We are responsible for administering Australia's anti-dumping legislation.
About the branch The Commission's Strategy and Legal Branch is responsible for providing critical advisory and strategic support to the Commission, to enable the efficient and effective conduct of investigations case work.
The Branch currently delivers: Domestic and international stakeholder engagement Data management and analysis Governance and performance reporting Advisory support to Australian businesses Practice improvement design and implementation Specialist recruitment, training and development Corporate and business services, and Legal advice and dispute settlement representation.
The Commission is a connected team of professionals with investigative, accounting, auditing, business, learning and development, legal, economic, and international trade skills and experience.
We promote a positive workplace culture and support flexible working arrangements.
Our goal is for staff to reach their full potential through engaging work and career growth opportunities, within a diverse, inclusive and connected team of peers and leaders.
About the team Legal Counsels are part of the Legal and Regulatory Affairs Section, a small group of lawyers with expertise in administrative and trade remedies law.
The team provides high-quality, client-focused legal services to investigations teams and the policy team.
They prioritise workflows to meet legislative deadlines and collaborate across the Commission.
They work closely with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, external legal providers, and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
They manage the Commission's role in merits review proceedings by the Anti-Dumping Review Panel and are involved in judicial review proceedings.
The Commission is committed to delivering a positive, flexible and inclusive workplace.
Our goal is for staff to reach their full potential through engaging work and career growth opportunities, within a diverse, inclusive and connected team of peers and leaders.
Our ideal candidate As a motivated and skilled legal professional, you will have: Experience providing client-focused legal advice in a regulatory environment.
The ability to identify legal risk and develop legally compliant options for managing those risks consistently with the Commission's strategic objectives.
Well-developed planning and organisational skills to deliver quality legal advice working to legislative timeframes.
Strong understanding of administrative law and statutory interpretation principles.
Well-developed collaboration and presentation skills, including the ability to negotiate, liaise and influence colleagues and stakeholders.
High standards of professional and personal integrity.
The ability to quickly learn and apply Australia's anti-dumping legislation (Part XVB of the Customs Act 1901 (Cth)) The ability to learn Australia's obligations under the World Trade Organization (WTO) Anti-Dumping Agreement and the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures.
The key duties of the position include: This role's key duties include: Providing client-focused legal services to investigators from non-legal backgrounds.
Providing effective legal advice verbally and in writing.
Actively building a positive, productive and collaborative team environment, which provides a valued legal support function.
Monitoring developments in the Federal Court and WTO, and informing the Commission of consequences for legislation, policy and practice.
Providing input to submissions to merits and judicial reviews and instructing external legal providers.
Providing input to develop legislation and policy.
Identifying opportunities for continuous business improvement, aligned to the Commission's strategic direction.
Eligibility Tertiary qualifications in the field of law and admission (or eligibility for admission) as an Australian Lawyer in an Australian State or Territory are essential.
To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes The Anti-Dumping Commission is primarily based in Melbourne.
A small number of staff are based in the Department's Canberra office and remote work from the Canberra office will be considered for the right candidate.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles.
This vacancy is Melbourne based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Getting to know the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) The department's Enterprise Agreement and policies provide for a flexible working environment to assist staff balance their work and home life.
Staff and managers work together to balance the operating needs of the department with the needs of the individual.
Options may include full time/part time working arrangements, working from home or other arrangements.
Our employees say they recommend our department as a good place to work.
Our workplace is one that encourages and supports all employees to have a sense of belonging and a culture that allows them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Our reconciliation vision supports a workforce with opportunities and career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The vision allows them to feel empowered and helps to ensure that the department and broader community can benefit from the knowledge and experience of Australia's First Peoples.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, nationalities and backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, mature age, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people of the LGBTIQA+ community and people with disability.
The department wants to give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate their full potential during a recruitment process.
We encourage candidates who require any adjustments or support as part of the recruitment process to reach out and discuss them with the job's contact officer.
Candidates are also welcome to contact our Inclusion team at ****** for a confidential discussion if you identify from any of these diverse backgrounds and would like to discuss how we can support you.
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