public administration jobs in Canberra, ACT

Pre-eminent national law firm; broad practice; both back and front-end options; competitive $$; leading partners; complex matters and much more! - Junior to special counsel opportunities in a leading Public Law Team - Broad mix of work; both front and back-end options. - Genuine career progression + strong market leading $$ Our Client Is a highly regarded national law firm with one of...

Job Description Position Title: APS6 Work Health and Safety Advisor Employment Type: Approx. 12-month Section 26 transfer Location: Canberra Hourly Pay Rate: $94,563 – $105,909 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation Security Clearance/Requirements: NV1 or Baseline with the ability to upgrade to NV1 ABOUT THE ROLE An Australian Government agency is seeking a proactive and experienced APS6 Work...

Overview Senior Associate – Public Law The Opportunity A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Public Law practice in Canberra. This role is ideal for a lawyer with at least 5 years post-admission experience who is looking to work on complex, high-profile public sector matters within a collaborative and well-established team. The successful...

About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a...

A leading SaaS company in Canberra seeks a principal contracts manager to support its Public Sector business. The role focuses on contract management, compliance, and administration, ensuring success in government frameworks. You’ll need 12+ years in contracts management, exceptional communication skills, and experience in the AU Public Sector. Join a dynamic team that values integrity and...

A leading open source solutions provider in Australia seeks a Consultant to guide on-site delivery and implementation of technology for the Public Sector. This role emphasizes delivering quality work to enhance customer experience while building technical expertise. Candidates should possess 2-3 years of experience in RHEL Administration and capabilities in customer engagement. Passionate problem...

A newly established public sector advisory firm in Canberra is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support senior advisors. The role involves providing high-level administrative support, preparing documents, and liaising with government stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in similar roles, exceptional organisational skills, and strong communication abilities. Join a...

Branch Head, Assistant Director Public Programs As an SES Branch Head at the Australian War Memorial (the Memorial) you will be a key member of the senior leadership team and Corporate Management Group, and will play an integral role in delivering key outcomes and priorities involving significant leadership, strategic direction, and accountability for major work areas, focusing on translating...

As an SES Branch Head at the Australian War Memorial (the Memorial) you will be a key member of the senior leadership team and Corporate Management Group, and will playopie integral role in delivering keyean outcomes and priorities involve significant leadership, strategic direction, and accountability for major work areas, focusing on translating high-level Memorial priorities into actionable...

89305 | EL1 Manager, Public Programs & Visitor Experience Posted: 18/12/2025 Closing Date: 05/02/2026 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Category: Arts, Culture,Other Management About the National Film and Sound Archive The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) is Australia’s audiovisual archive, telling the national story by collecting, preserving and sharing audiovisual...

We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments. About the role We are seeking a talented and professional Legal Assistant to join our Public Law team in our Canberra office. Working...

About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an...

A government agency is looking for an Assistant Director of Governance and Compliance in Canberra. This role involves leading a small team to ensure regulatory adherence and enhancing governance capability within the organization. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, collaborating with other departments to ensure compliance, and coordinating audits and administrative activities....

Join to apply for the Team Leader role at Administrative Review Tribunal. Administrative Review Tribunal provided pay range This range is provided by Administrative Review Tribunal. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$94,563.00/yr - A$106,394.00/yr Employment type #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading Indigenous healthcare provider in Darwin is seeking a Senior Administration Officer to support and empower public health staff. This position offers both part-time and full-time options until June 30, 2026, and may require travel in the East Arnhem region. The ideal candidate will have experience in public health, a dedication to Aboriginal Community Control, and strong administrative...

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A leading national law firm in Canberra is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Public Law team. The role involves a range of administrative tasks, including file management, client billing, and scheduling. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This position offers a fast-paced, collaborative...

A prominent national law firm in Canberra is seeking an experienced administrative law lawyer to join their Public Law Team. The role involves advising government clients on various legal matters, including FOI and privacy. Ideal candidates will have between 2-20 years of PQE and experience working with government departments. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive salary, and...

A leading national law firm in Canberra is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for their Public Law team. The candidate must have at least two years of legal assistant experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in Word and Excel. Responsibilities include managing files, assisting solicitors with administrative tasks, and providing client support. This is a...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and mature legal assistant to join our national Public Law practice in Canberra. About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and...