Assistant Director, Legal
Job Description
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for multiple Assistant Director, Legal roles within our Corporate Operations Branch.
The Corporate Operations Branch has transformed our organisational model to enable the delivery of strategic, client-focused and innovative services to the department. We provide a range of services including human resources, legal, work health and safety, performance and conduct, audit and fraud.
These roles forms part of a newly established section comprising of legal, conduct and performance functions including the management of bullying, harassment and discrimination matters. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful team of legal and HR professionals working in sync with the department’s direction and strategic priorities.
The Legal function for the department is responsible for:
Providing expertise, advice and direction on all legal matters including:
Employment law
General administrative law
Intellectual property
Information access
Statutory interpretation
Parliamentary law
Drafting of instruments and documentation.
Commissioning, overseeing and reviewing external legal advice, consistent with the needs of the department
Promoting and managing relationships and key strategic alliances
Delivering education, training and promoting a safe and inclusive workplace
The provision of professional and timely responses to all legal and conduct issues.
These positions present an exciting opportunity to step into a new dynamic and engaging branch where no two days are the same. You will also enjoy flexible work arrangements, ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities, a competitive remuneration package, free secure underground parking, gym membership and access to recreational facilities including pool, fitness classes, tennis and squash courts, on-site childcare and value-for-money dining options.
The successful candidates will have:
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality legal advice in a complex and sensitive environment with a strong focus on client service.
Extensive knowledge of public administration with an understanding of human resource and governance practices.
Excellent people and negotiation skills, highly developed communication skills and the ability to work collegiately with a broad range of stakeholders from government, industry and the wider community.
Extensive knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and agency guidelines and regulations.
The ability to solve complex problems and manage complex issues for internal and external clients.
A high level of integrity, discretion and a willingness to lead by example.
To be successful in the Assistant Director roles, you will also have a demonstrated ability to provide high level leadership, manage programs and contribute to the departments strategic direction.
