The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency ( Ahpra ) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered. About your role Reporting to the Senior Legal Advisor, the Legal Advisor provides commercial law, privacy law and administrative law advice to key stakeholders across the organisation, including but not limited to staff, Board and Committee members, and other relevant regulatory bodies for the purpose of ensuring the National Law is applied and administered in an effective and efficient manner in line with organisational policies and procedures. The role also acts as counsel in relation to litigation conducted by the various Boards and Ahpra. This role is a full time, ongoing role based in our Melbourne office (preferred). Some of your responsibilities will include: Provide legal advice and recommendations to address and resolve complex issues in respect of commercial, contract, procurement, privacy and public interest disclosure matters, facilities and leasing, intellectual property rights and protection, delegations and authorisations, and records management. Provide legal advice and operates in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the National Law. Supporting Ahpra and the National Boards to manage legal, policy and procedural issues, particularly in relation to the administration of the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 as enacted in each State and Territory; Monitoring corporate governance and legislative compliance obligations and identifying opportunities for improvement. As the ideal candidate, you will have: Degree in law – LLB, admitted as a solicitor in an Australian State or Territory; Current unrestricted practising certificate issued by an Australia State or Territory authority; Proven post-qualification experience within a corporate/commercial department of a top/mid-tier law firm or in-house (government or private sector); Sound commercial knowledge and experience; Excellent stakeholder management skills; and Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships across a large organisation. You can read more in the role description: Role Description - Legal Advisor - Corporate Legal Services L7 - 2 June 2020.pdf What we offer: Hybrid working environment, 2 office days/3 at home 17.5% leave loading on annual leave Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn licenses Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team Discounted health insurance with Private Health Attractive salary of $129,526 plus Superannuation To apply: Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application. Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email recruitmentahpra.gov.au Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST on Sunday, 23 June 2024 Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including Flexible working policy . Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present. With respect, no agencies please Advertised: 14 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 23 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time