The key duties of the position include Senior Assistant - Business Services (APS4) - Office Support Ongoing and Non-ongoing (12-month contract) opportunities Adelaide Opportunities exist for a Senior Assistant to join our Business Services Team in Adelaide. 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 800 staff, including over 576 lawyers, we work in more than 40 different areas of law related to government. About the role As the Senior Assistant Business Services, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day delivery of high quality, effective and efficient office services for the Adelaide office. In this role you will: act as the first point of contact for all visitors to the Adelaide office provide high-quality service to internal and external clients by acting in a professional, welcoming, and efficient manner at all times manage internal and external switchboard calls act as the first point of contact for the building management and third-party contractors on facilities management requests and issues on-site coordinate meeting room bookings, manage calendars, and order catering for events process all outgoing mail and courier requests receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages support the national library teams with barcoding, loose filing, and loan requests code and process invoices process and manage all Records Management requests and work with the National Records Management network on audits and destruction projects. For further information about the requirements of the role, please refer to the role description available on our recruitment portal. About you This role will suit an experienced Senior Assistant that will ideally have: demonstrated experience in a support or front-of-house role with a demonstrable flexible and positive "can do" attitude excellent problem-solving skills demonstrated customer service experience ability to work under pressure and effectively priorities tasks a proven ability to build relationships, be approachable and responsive. You will also have a proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels. Your ability to build confidence and trust will be complemented by sound judgment and excellent communication skills. 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 Monday, 18 August 2025. Further enquiries Further information can be obtained by contacting Kim Da Pozzo, HR Business Partner on 02 6253 7272.
