assistant director, employee relations, el1 (ea2025/228) Jobs in Canberra Australia

assistant director, employee relations, el1 (ea2025/228)

lawyer, aps6, aer (ea2025/227) Jobs in Canberra Australia

lawyer, aps6, aer (ea2025/227)

senior lawyer, ell1, aer (ea2025/222) Jobs in Canberra Australia

senior lawyer, ell1, aer (ea2025/222)

lawyer aps6 aer ea2025 227

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

<ul> <li>Do you wantto work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunitiesto work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers andbusinesses and have opportunities to pursue new and excitingpathways?</li> <li>Do you wantto work at a place where smart and dedicated people from allwalks of life collaborate to work on meaningfulmatters?</li> <li>Do you want to work in a complex and challenging fieldand contribute specialised legal services to Australia's EnergyRegulator?</li> </ul> Then this isthe place for you! At the AER, we work to make energyconsumers better off, now and in the future. We focus on ensuring asecure, reliable and affordable energy future for Australia as ittransitions to net zero emissions. Our high performing culture isbuilt on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It'swhy we're driven by connection and collaboration, sharing ourskills, knowledge and support with each other freely andfrequently. It's why we prioritise the wellbeing of ourpeople and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly andcourageously. We believe the best version of you is the onethat's true to who you are - and that's the youwe want working alongside us. We value flexibility,this role can be performed at any of the AER offices located inAdelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney and areavailable on a full-time, part-time or job-sharebasis. Applicants fromdiverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people withdisability and those from different cultural backgrounds areencouraged to apply. TheLegal Branch forms part of the AER's Legal, Corporate andInformation Services Division. TheLegal branch provides specialised legal services to the AER.The AER is conferred with regulatory functions pursuant to theCompetition and Consumer Act, the National Electricity Law andRules, the National Gas Law and Rules, the National Energy RetailLaw and Rules. With thepending legal separation, we are increasing our corporate andgovernance legal work, including procurement and freedom ofinformation. On these corporate matters, we work closely withour ACCC colleagues. There isdiverse work in the Legal Branch, ranging from advising onadministrative decision-making, compliance and enforcement actions,litigation, and public sector corporate governance. The majority ofwork involves the provision of general legal services to assist theAER to make lawful and fully informed decisions, to comply withlegislative and policy requirements in its regulatory andadministrative activities, and to conduct litigation to enforce theenergy laws. Some positions will also require knowledge of laws andpolicies related to the corporate operation of a Commonwealthagency. The workof the Branch is complex and intellectually engaging. Our purposeis to work collaboratively within the AER and with itsstakeholders, and to advise using a partnership approach thatfocusses on practical, lawful outcomes. We will maintain ourindependence of advice and ensure that we comply with our ethicaland professional obligations as lawyers. What you will do as the Lawyer As a Lawyer, you will: <ul> <li>Assist in providingadvice on economic regulation, administrative decision making,and other regulatory matters under Australian energy laws, aswell as involvement in enforcement investigations andlitigation as technical experts, administrative law issues, andstatutory interpretation of Australian energy laws and otherrelated laws.</li> <li>Assist in providingadvice on legal policy and legislation development, includingidentifying and monitoring opportunities for amendments toAustralian energy laws.</li> <li>Assist with theconduct of litigation, including court and tribunal proceedingsinvolving the AER, and provide assistance to the AER in theperformance of its dispute resolution functions in relation toAustralian energy laws.</li> <li>Assist withnegotiating and drafting intergovernmental agreements thatrelate to the conferral of powers and functions on the AERunder State energy legislation.</li> <li>Assist in providingadvice on public sector corporate governance legal issues thatarise under relevant legislation and policies.</li> </ul> As partof these overall duties, the day-to-day duties of Lawyers willinvolve some or all the following: <ul> <li>Assist in providingadvice on complex issues relating to the regulatory functionsand powers of the AER, includingthe Competition andConsumer Act (to the extent that it is relevant to the work ofthe AER),the National Electricity Law and Rules,theNational Gas Law and Rules,the National Energy Retail Lawand Rules andother relevant legislation</li> <li>Assist otherlawyers (normally Senior Lawyers and Principal Lawyers) throughthe conduct of legal and related research into routine andcomplex matters relevant to the AER responsibilities underAustralian energy laws and other relevantlegislation.</li> <li>Provide legal inputfor AER determinations, publications and information programsregarding Australian energy laws.</li> <li>Workcollaboratively with ACCC colleagues, to assist in providingadvice on issues relating to the public sector corporategovernance applicable to the AER (including those arising underthe PGPA, FOI, Public Service and Privacy Acts, the Fair WorkAct and WHS legislation and the handling of confidentialinformation).</li> <li>Develop andmaintain professional relationships at all levels within theAER to assist the AER Legal Branch to provide responsive clientservice.</li> <li>Develop andmaintain professional relationships with relevant public sectorofficials in stakeholder agencies (including the AER'sportfolio Department and agencies).</li> <li>Develop internalresources and provide training to staff on relevant areas ofthe law.</li> <li>Assist withmanagement of the provision of external legal services(including in relation to specialist legal advice on mattersincluding, for example, employment law and majorprocurements).</li> <li>Assist in guidingand mentoring others, including staff who are new to the workof the AER.</li> </ul> About you In orderto succeed in the role, you will have: <ul> <li>Youmust have been admitted as a practitioner, however described,of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian Stateor Territory. You must be eligible to hold (and must maintain)a practising certificate issued in an Australianjurisdiction.</li> <li>Experience as alawyer (generally 3+ years post admission orequivalent).</li> <li>Ability to getacross unfamiliar legislation quickly; including a willingnessto explore, collect and harness new information.</li> <li>Demonstratedexperience working collaboratively and collegiately acrossteams and with people at different levels, and to distil andcommunicate legal advice clearly to a range ofaudiences.</li> <li>Strong written andverbal communication skills, with the ability to influence,persuade and negotiate effectively.</li> <li>Experience inenergy laws, administrative law and decision making, statutoryinterpretation, regulatory litigation, and/or public sectorcorporate governance issues is highly desirable.</li> </ul> To findout more about us and the role, please read the CandidateKit. How to apply You willbe asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 800 words andsubmit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum). Salary:$99,562 - $111,590 per annum (plus 15.4% superannuation) ApplicationsClose: 11:00pm (AEDT), Sunday 9 November 2025

Lawyer, APS6, AER (EA2025/227)

Assistant Director, Employee Relations, EL1 (EA2025/228) <ul> <li>Do you want towork at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities towork on some of the biggest issues facing consumers andbusinesses and have opportunities to pursue new and excitingpathways?</li> <li>Do you want towork at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walksof life collaborate to work on meaningfulmatters?</li> <li>Do you want to work in a Human Resources team thatprovides professional corporate services and information forthe AER?</li> </ul> Then this is theplace for you! At the AER, we work to make energyconsumers better off, now and in the future. We focus on ensuring asecure, reliable and affordable energy future for Australia as ittransitions to net zero emissions. Our high performing culture isbuilt on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It'swhy we're driven by connection and collaboration, sharing ourskills, knowledge and support with each other freely andfrequently. It's why we prioritise the wellbeing of ourpeople and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly andcourageously. We believe the best version of you is the onethat's true to who you are - and that's the youwe want working alongside us. We valueflexibility, this role can be performed at any of the AER officeslocated in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney are available on a full-time, part-time or job-sharebasis. Applicants fromdiverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people withdisability and those from different cultural backgrounds areencouraged to apply. What you will doas the Assistant Director, EmployeeRelations: <ul> <li>Establish and deliverthe framework for conduct and performance management. Thisincludes developing a suit of toolkits andtemplates.</li> <li>Provide high-leveladvice and case management of formal employee relationsmatters, including highly sensitive and complex matters. Thisincludes, where required, managing formal investigations, andrepresenting the AER to external parties such as Comcare andthe Fair Work Commission.</li> <li>Partner with the AERCapability team and AER managers to identify and deliver onopportunities to support individual employees'professional development.</li> <li>Review, develop andmaintain people policies, industrial instruments and proceduresto support the Enterprise Agreement and the AER.</li> </ul> Aboutyou In order tosucceed in the role, you will have: <ul> <li>Demonstratedunderstanding and application of HR frameworks (legislation,strategies, policies, guidance, systems and practices)regarding employee relations, performance management, complexhealth and case management, and formalinvestigations/procedures.</li> <li>Effectiveinterpersonal and communication skills, including the abilityto coach, consult, negotiate and collaborate effectively with avariety of stakeholders, with varying knowledge levels, tofacilitate positive outcomes.</li> <li>Relevant tertiaryqualifications in psychology, human resources, AHRIaccreditation and/or equivalent relevantexperience.</li> </ul> Thefollowing job specific criteria are also highlydesirable: <ul> <li>Recentexperience within the APS setting managing performance,conduct, complex health, case management and formalinvestigations/procedures.</li> </ul> To find outmore about us and the role, please read the CandidateKit. You will beasked to answer two behavioural questions (refer to the CandidateKit) and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are mostproud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum). ApplicationsClose: 11:00pm (AEDT) Sunday, 9 November 2025

Assistant Director, Employee Relations, EL1 (EA2025/228)

<ul><li>Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals newopportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facingconsumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue newand exciting pathways?</li><li>Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated peoplefrom all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningfulmatters?</li><li>Do you want to workin a complex and challenging field and contributespecialised legal services to Australia's Energy Regulatoras a Senior Lawyer?</li></ul> Then this is the place foryou! At the AER, we work to makeenergy consumers better off, now and in the future. We focuson ensuring a secure, reliable and affordable energy futurefor Australia as it transitions to net zero emissions. Ourhigh performing culture is built on a foundation of care,support and inclusion. It's why we're driven byconnection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledgeand support with each other freely and frequently. It'swhy we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empowerthem to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. Webelieve the best version of you is the one that's trueto who you are - and that's the you we wantworking alongside us. We valueflexibility, this role can be performed at any of the AER officeslocated in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-sharebasis. Applicantsfrom diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, peoplewith disability and those from different cultural backgroundsare encouraged to apply. The LegalBranch forms part of the AER's Legal, Corporate andInformation Services Division.The Legal Branch providesspecialised legal services to the AER. The AER is conferredwith regulatory functions pursuant to the Competition and ConsumerAct, the National Electricity Law and Rules, the National Gas Lawand Rules, the National Energy Retail Law and Rules. With thepending legal separation, we are increasing our corporate andgovernance legal work, including procurement and freedom ofinformation. On these corporate matters, we work closely withour ACCC colleagues. There isdiverse work in the Legal Branch, ranging from advising onadministrative decision-making, compliance and enforcement actions,litigation, and public sector corporate governance. The majority ofwork involves the provision of general legal services to assist theAER to make lawful and fully informed decisions, to comply withlegislative and policy requirements in its regulatory andadministrative activities, and to conduct litigation to enforce theenergy laws. Some positions will also require knowledge of laws andpolicies related to the corporate operation of a Commonwealthagency. The work ofthe Branch is complex and intellectually engaging. Our purpose isto work collaboratively within the AER and with its stakeholders,and to advise using a partnership approach that focusses onpractical, lawful outcomes. We will maintain our independenceof advice and ensure that we comply with our ethical andprofessional obligations as lawyers. What you willdo as theSenior Lawyer Senior Lawyers will beexpected to be able to work in and provide advice across all areasof law relevant to the work of AER, but will generally focus on oneor several areas of expertise. They will act as second counsel andsecond chair for other lawyers, and provide supervision, guidanceand mentoring to junior lawyers. A Senior Lawyer works bothindependently and, at times, under the supervision of more seniorlawyers including EL2 Principal Lawyers. Senior Lawyers arerequired to be aware of and comply with theLegal ServicesDirections, including in relation to the sourcing of externallegal services and compliance with Model Litigant obligations. Theymust also comply with any requirements of a Practising Certificatethat the candidate holds at the relevant time. SeniorLawyers generally report to an EL2 Principal Lawyer and directly tothe General Counsel when required. SeniorLawyers will perform some or all the following overall dutiesdepending on experience and the needs of the agency: <ul><li>Provide advice oneconomic regulation, administrative decision making, and otherregulatory matters under Australian energy laws, as well asinvolvement in enforcement investigations and litigation astechnical experts, administrative law issues, and statutoryinterpretation of Australian energy laws and other relatedlaws.</li><li>Provide advice onlegal policy and legislation development, including identifyingand monitoring opportunities for amendments to Australianenergy laws.</li><li>Assist with theconduct of litigation, including managing court and tribunalproceedings involving the AER, and provide assistance to theAER in the performance of its dispute resolution functions inrelation to Australian energy laws.</li><li>Negotiate and draftintergovernmental agreements that relate to the conferral ofpowers and functions on the AER under State energylegislation.</li><li>Provide advice onpublic sector corporate governance issues that arise underrelevant legislation and policies.</li></ul> As partof these overall duties, the day-to day-duties of Senior Lawyerswill involve some or all of the following: Assist inproviding advice on complex issues relating to theregulatory functions and powers of the AER, including theCompetition and Consumer Act (to the extent that it isrelevant to the work of the AER), the National ElectricityLaw and Rules, the National Gas Law and Rules, the NationalEnergy Retail Law and Rules and other relevantlegislation. <ul><li>Assist otherlawyers through the conduct of legal and related research intoroutine and complex matters relevant to the AERresponsibilities under Australian energy laws and otherrelevant legislation.</li><li>Provide legal inputfor AER determinations, publications, and information programsregarding Australian energy laws.</li><li>Workcollaboratively with ACCC colleagues, to provide advice onissues relating to the public sector corporate governanceapplicable to the AER (including those arising under the PGPA,FOI, Public Service and Privacy Acts, the Fair Work Act and WHSlegislation and the handling of confidentialinformation).</li><li>Coordinate theprovision of external legal services (including in relation tospecialist legal advice on matters including, for example,employment law and major procurements), including managingexpenditure on those services.</li><li>Develop andmaintain professional relationships at all levels within theAER to assist the AER Legal Branch to provide responsive clientservice.</li><li>Develop andmaintain professional relationships with relevant public sectorofficials in stakeholder agencies (including the AER'sportfolio Department and agencies).</li><li>Develop internalresources and provide training to staff on relevant areas ofthe law.</li><li>Supervise, train,or mentor others, including staff who are new to the work ofthe AER, including developing and providing professionaldevelopment activities for staff, second counsel and secondchair other lawyers including EL2 PrincipalLawyers.</li></ul> Aboutyou In order to succeed in the role, you will have: <ul><li>Demonstrated experience leading a teamor similar role in a fast-paced and complexpeople-centred organisation.</li><li>Admission as apractitioner, however described, of the High Court or theSupreme Court of an Australian State or Territory. You must beeligible to hold (and must maintain) a practising certificateissued in an Australian jurisdiction.</li><li>Experience as alawyer (generally 5+ years post admission orequivalent).</li><li>Ability to getacross complex legislation quickly; including a willingness toexplore, collect and harness new information.</li><li>Demonstratedexperience working under general direction when providing legaladvice.</li><li>Demonstratedability to make sound decisions and solve complex problemsthrough strong analytical and negotiation skills.</li><li>Well-versed inproviding a consistently high degree of persuasion and advocacyand working on complex and sensitive issues.</li><li>Proven experiencecollaborating effectively across teams and with people atdifferent levels, and to distil and communicating legal adviceconcisely to diverse audiences.</li><li>Excellent writtenand verbal communication skills, with the capacity to influenceand persuade, outcomes effectively.</li><li>Experience inenergy laws, administrative law and decision making, statutoryinterpretation, regulatory litigation, and/or public sectorcorporate governance issues is highly desirable.</li></ul> To findout more about us and the role, please read the CandidateKit. How toapply You willbe asked to respond to the statement of claims of no moretha n 800 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud ofin each role you have held (2 pages maximum). Salary:$123,702 - $153,880 per annum (plus 15.4%superannuation) ApplicationsClose: 11:00pm, Sunday, 9 November 2025

Senior Lawyer, ELL1, AER (EA2025/222)

Australian Maritime Safety Authority

Apply now Job no: 492990 Work type: full-time Location: Canberra Categories: General Counsel & Legal $124,755 - $145,496 + 15.4% super Canberra based Ongoing <ul> <li>Competitive remuneration and superannuation</li> <li>Flexible work options available</li> <li>Work with purpose - be part of a values driven team with a strong sense of purpose</li> </ul> ABOUT THE ROLE This role will suit an experienced generalist lawyer with an interest in maritime safety and protecting the marine environment. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, the Senior Solicitor will proactively identify and manage legal risk while assisting AMSA's staff understand and implement best legal practice in delivering AMSA's key objectives. You will be responsible for: <ul> <li>providing independent written and oral legal advice on a range of complex corporate, regulatory and operational matters</li> <li>undertaking statutory interpretation and identifying practical regulatory outcomes</li> <li>supporting AMSA's legislative drafting and information management functions</li> <li>supporting Court and Tribunal matters in which AMSA is a party or subject to discovery or other obligations</li> <li>promoting legal awareness in AMSA, including by delivering training and advising employees on relevant procedures that need to be considered to ensure the organisation upholds its legal obligations</li> <li>Provide other assistance to OLC as required.</li> </ul> To be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience: <ul> <li>Tertiary level qualification in law, or comparable overseas qualification. Ideally, candidates will have five years of post-admission legal experience.</li> <li>Admission to practice as a legal practitioner in an Australian State or Territory and ability to acquire a practising certificate.</li> <li>Skills and experience in one or more relevant law discipline (refer to position description).</li> <li>Analytical skills and good judgement, with the ability to develop practical solutions.</li> <li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex concepts across all organisational levels.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to engage with, and build and sustain relationships with, internal and external stakeholders.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities while delivering quality, timely outcomes.</li> </ul> For more information about this role, please refer to the position description. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is responsible for the safety of international shipping and domestic commercial vessels, protection of the environment from ship sourced pollution and search and rescue nationally. AMSA offers unique and interesting career opportunities, and we employ around 450 people across Australia. To learn more about our organisation please visit our website . AMSA BENEFITS We are committed to a supportive and collaborative work environment, which is why AMSA offers: <ul> <li>Flexible work including work from home arrangements</li> <li>Health and wellbeing programs including annual flu vaccinations and a healthy lifestyle reimbursement</li> <li>An office-wide Christmas period shutdown (in addition to annual leave provisions)</li> <li>An ability to work for an organisation charged with protecting our marine environments and saving lives</li> </ul> DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Diversity and inclusion are a priority at AMSA. Our role means that we impact and influence communities right across Australia, this is why it is essential that we draw on the diversity of our people to successfully deliver our mission of ensuring safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution and rescuing people in distress. We are proud to have been recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia, and continue to focus on embedding inclusive values within our organisation. Don't meet every single requirement? At AMSA we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway - you might just be the person we're looking for! We encourage applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting you to reach your full potential. You can find more information about our diversity and inclusion commitments in ourDiversity and Inclusion Strategy . HOW TO APPLY Please complete your application on our website via the Careers at AMSA page by 11.55PM AEDT Thursday 6 November 2025. You will need to provide: <ul> <li>your resume (maximum of 3 pages)</li> <li>a brief cover letter (maximum 800 words) outlining what you will bring to this role.</li> </ul> For any questions regarding the role, please contact Chris Guselli ph . AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA. Advertised: 22 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 06 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Senior Solicitor

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Lawyer, APS6, AER (EA2025/227)

Assistant Director, Employee Relations, EL1 (EA2025/228)

Senior Lawyer, ELL1, AER (EA2025/222)

Senior Solicitor