The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) is central to the independent oversight of the Australian intelligence and security agencies. The Inspector General is an independent statutory office holder who reviews the activities of Australia's intelligence and security agencies to ensure they act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives, and respect human rights. All IGIS staff members assist the Inspector-General to provide assurance to ministers, the parliament and the public that these agencies are using their powers as intended. We are a small portfolio agency, proud of our contribution to the national interest. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset - we recruit and retain highly capable, motivated professionals with high levels of integrity and personal drive; and we invest in, and value, their development. Further, we offer a rewarding, positive, and inclusive environment, empowering staff to work flexibly in their contribution to the achievement of agency goals. What We Offer At IGIS, we offer an attractive package which includes a combination of competitive remuneration, rewarding job opportunities and a high performing team environment, including: generous employee benefits with competitive salary and the potential for other allowances and benefits flexible working arrangements including family friendly hours, caring and work-life balance provisions professional development opportunities including further study, training and professional memberships a team of intelligent, experienced and engaged leaders committed to achieving outcomes the opportunity to liaise across a range of agencies including security and intelligence agencies a supportive, balanced culture that fosters inclusion, personal growth and the balance between professional and personal endeavours. Why Work For Us At the IGIS, we support and encourage flexible work practices and policies to enable a work-life balance where you thrive at work, and at home. We are committed to exploring and enabling flexible working arrangements that provide genuine support for those with carer responsibilities and those seeking a balanced wellbeing and home life. At the IGIS we know that a balanced arrangement brings out the best in our team. We offer a range of benefits including: Generous leave entitlements Commitment to exploring and enabling flexibility Access to a range of benefits and entitlements Study assistance Embrace diversity and inclusion. The key duties of the position include The Opportunity The IGIS Legal and Assurance Branch plays a critical role in ensuring that the Office can meet the objects of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security Act 1986. As key advisers to a small agency, the work is diverse, challenging and highly rewarding. Staff in the Branch are expected to operate with high levels of autonomy, and have opportunities to work collaboratively to build expertise across a range of areas. Lawyer/Legal Assistant (APS 4-6) The Legal section is a dedicated team responsible for the provision and facilitation of legal advice, services, training and support in fulfilment of the IGIS's functions. As legal advisers to a small agency, our legal practice is diverse, challenging and highly rewarding. Legal section staff are expected to operate with high levels of autonomy and have opportunities to build expertise across a range of areas in this critical national security and intelligence role. Legal section staff benefit from a comprehensive regime of training, professional development and exposure to professional networks. Key responsibilities of a Lawyer/Legal Assistant include to: assist in the drafting of practical and technically sound legal advice on matters related to the functions of the Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security and in support of its operations assist in the drafting of high quality documents to support IGIS's contribution to relevant legislative development and reform assist in drafting submissions to support the appearance of the Inspector-General before the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security contribute to the provision of legal support to the inspection and inquiry functions of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security support and contribute to stakeholder engagement and management activities contribute to the provision of legal advice and support to IGIS corporate functions within the Enterprise Management Unit (EMU) contribute to the effective functioning of the Legal and Assurance Branch, and the IGIS more broadly. Desirable skills and qualifications: for APS 4 (Legal Assistant) law degree, or currently attaining legal qualifications. for APS 5 & 6 (Lawyer) relevant experience or transferable skills in the provision of straightforward legal advice or policy development a degree in law from an Australian university, or a comparable overseas degree which is recognised in Australia for admission to practice admission as a legal practitioner, however described, of the High Court of the Supreme Court of an Australian, State or Territory and current practising certificate issued by the ACT Law Society, or eligibility to acquire. for APS 6 levels, a demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior staff. Complaints Officers (APS 4-6) The Disclosures and Complaints team is responsible for supporting the Inspector-General to respond to and investigate complaints and public interest disclosures made in relation to intelligence agencies. The team also carries out the Office's role in raising education and awareness within intelligence agencies of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2013. Complaints Officers will support the efficient and effective running of the IGIS Disclosures and Complaints practice, through managing their own caseload of complaints and disclosures and contributing to process and policy development. Senior Complaints Officers will also mentor junior colleagues, and assist in educating intelligence agencies about best practice methods for handling public interest disclosures. Key responsibilities of a Complaints Officer include to: under supervision, apply judgement, time-management and excellent communication skills to manage a caseload of complaints and public interest disclosures concerning the activities of intelligence agencies in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures use research and problem-solving skills to identify different avenues to resolve complaints and public interest disclosures and assist the Inspector-General to conduct preliminary inquiries and investigations, as necessary assist in the preparation of briefings for the Inspector-General on complaints and public interest disclosures monitor and respond to correspondence received from complainants. Desirable skills and qualifications relevant qualifications and experience for APS 6 levels, a demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior staff. To be successful in this role you will: a desire to work in a productive, values-driven organisation and to achieve high-quality results a positive attitude, energy and commitment to IGIS's purpose and achievement of its objectives a collaborative and respectful approach to all aspects of your work a commitment to support an inclusive and diverse workplace the ability to conduct your work in an organised and flexible manner strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication ability and aptitude to learn, develop new skills and show initiative.