The key duties of the position include Opportunity to support a busy team to coordinate and administer the delivery of external and internal training programs working closely with the legal practice areas within AGS Canberra based role Ongoing permanent role - APS Level 5 An ongoing opportunity exists for a highly organised and efficient individual to join our busy Practice Services team. About us Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government's central legal practice and part of the Attorney-General's Department. AGS helps Commonwealth clients to manage legal issues, navigate new challenges and find solutions which deliver the best outcomes for Australia. We are a self-funded legal practice and compete for our work. AGS is unique. AGS is dedicated to the national interest and is a trusted advisor to Government. AGS is innovative. Drawing on an exceptional depth of experience and expertise, we assist the Australian Government in the development and implementation of solutions to legal issues that have national importance. AGS is diverse. With offices in every capital city and a team of 715 staff, including 500 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government. About the role The Practice Services team works collaboratively with the legal practices across AGS and has responsibility for a diverse range of work including managing our outpost practice, our pro bono practice, our internal training programs including the Core Legal Skills and the Seminar Series, the AGS Opinions database, our knowledge management framework, our induction program and our graduate program. The Training Coordinator role supports the Legal Training Manager and the National Manager, Library and Practice Services in the delivery of support services to AGS's 3 practice areas with a particular focus on the delivery of external (client) training and internal professional development programs. Day to day duties may include: triaging training requests and coordinating the delivery of training for internal AGS staff and external clients developing positive relationships with the legal practice areas and AGS clients to facilitate the efficient delivery of high quality online and in person learning managing competing priorities and progressing a high volume of training requests in a timely manner supporting the Legal Training Manger and contribute to the strategic direction of the training practice preparing of reports and managing changing agendas providing additional support to the Practice Services. For further information about the requirements of the role, please refer to the role description available on our recruitment portal. While we are recruiting for an ongoing role, depending on business requirements, opportunities for non-ongoing engagement may be used from the outcomes of this recruitment process. About you To be a strong contender for this role you will ideally have: strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communications skills excellent organisational skills strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to exercise sound judgement ability to manage competing priorities a "can do" attitude and be solutions focused a flexible approach to work and a willingness to remain productive and engaged when priorities change. You will have the opportunity to work with a community of professionals dedicated to the national interest. You will work collaboratively in an inclusive environment where everyone's contribution is valued, and success is rewarded. We offer our employees competitive remuneration packages, including 15.4% superannuation. AGS is a supportive organisation which embraces diversity. We understand that work is only part of your life and while our workplace can be demanding at times, we also provide access to a range of flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing benefits to support your needs throughout your career. To apply To apply, please click the 'Apply' button. Applications close at 5:00pm (AEST) on Friday, 30 May 2025. Your application should include a copy of your CV and be accompanied by a covering letter of no more than 2 pages highlighting your relevant experience and skills for the role. Further enquiries Further information can be obtained by contacting Bree Williams, Legal Training Manager Practice Services on 03 9242 1418 or Clare Derix, National Manager Library and Practice Services on 02 6253 7274.
