Senior Legal Officer

• Interesting varied and purposeful legal work.
• An opportunity to help manage small teams.
• Responsibility for complex legal matters that contribute to outcomes that benefit the Australian public.

Who we are

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s legal work is unique. You will have the opportunity to provide legal advice and services while working closely with policymakers and operational staff on matters that directly affect all Australians across areas as diverse as biosecurity, agricultural production, trade, food, wine, fisheries and forestry. A job with Legal Division is a chance to meaningfully apply your legal skills to practical outcomes in an environment focused on your learning and development as a lawyer. The Legal Division’s large and diverse practice means that lawyers will be able to gain experience in their specific interests across a wide range of areas of law, including: 

• Advice on regulatory systems and ongoing operations to assist staff on the front lines with...