We are looking for an experienced Lawyer to join our team and provide accurate, high level legal and policy advice in a timely and efficient manner. In this role, you will be involved in conducting litigious matters, preparing high level submissions and acting as advocate and instructing solicitor in legal proceedings before superior courts.

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What You’ll Do:

• Conduct legal research and prepare high level legal and related policy advice on matters including human rights, privacy and federal discrimination law.
• Prepare and conduct (and assist other lawyers in the preparation and conduct of) external litigation including Commission interventions and responses to applications under the Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth).
• Assist in the efficient and timely conduct of Commission inquiries into alleged breaches of human rights and discrimination in employment under the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 (Cth), including preparing reports to the Attorney-General in relation to such inquiries.
• Provide advice in relation to commercial arrangements the Commission enters into, including settling contracts and partnership agreements and advising on tender processes.
• Assist in the timely processing of and/or make decisions concerning applications under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth).
• Represent the Commission at meetings, seminars and in court as required.
• Work effectively with other sections within the Commission and liaise with persons having contact with the Commission.
• Maintain office standards for timeliness, confidentiality and matter management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Legal qualifications and current practicing certificate.
• Minimum of five years post admission experience as a solicitor or equivalent experience.
• Ability to conduct legal research and provide accurate, high level legal and policy advice in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to conduct (or assist in the conduct of) litigious matters, prepare high level legal submissions with minimal supervision and act as advocate or instructing solicitor in legal proceedings before superior courts.
• Excellent oral, written and organisational skills of a high order.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within, and contribute creatively to, a small team, as well as with other sections of the Commission.
• Familiarity with the Australian and international legislation relating to anti-discrimination matters and human rights issues, including international covenants and instruments.
• Ability build and sustain positive relationships and contribute to the continuous improvement of the Legal team.

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