OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced in house lawyer who will be responsible for the provision of high quality and timely advice to business areas on a range of matters such as commercial and administrative law (including contractual negotiations), statutory interpretation, freedom of information and privacy matters. This role is in the Governance and Strategic Planning team, responsible for the Gallery's governance, planning, reporting, risk, audit, procurement, and legal advisory services and is also secretariat to the National Gallery Council and other key advisory groups. This team makes a significant contribution to strengthen the effectiveness of the Gallery's governance and compliance framework. This position reports to the Head of Legal and Procurement and is an ongoing full-time role with the team. The key duties of the position include WHAT WILL YOU DO? In accordance with the APS EL1 work level standards, you will: Undertake high level analysis of complex issues, and prepare defensible and practical advice based on sound, professional judgement and risk evaluation. Provide legal advisory service across matters for the whole of Gallery including procurement and contract advice, arts agreements, rights and permission and major projects. Advise and assist on key National Gallery working groups and committees. Focus on uplifting internal capability through the development and delivery of training and resources for the workforce to use and apply. Manage, lead and mentor a more junior lawyer, including clearing their legal work for the delivery of high quality results under tight timeframes. Assess and respond to Freedom of Information requests in accordance with applicable legislation and government policies. Demonstrate a commitment to continued legal education and Work closely with the procurement function on matters that span both functions and provide aligned advice to business areas. Balance unpredictable workloads, triage priorities and work timetables in a busy environment Other duties as required commensurate with your skills and abilities, and to support the broader outcomes of the team.