Legal Advisor

Reporting to the Senior Legal Advisor – Information, Appeals and Advice, the Legal Advisor provides high quality legal advice and litigation support in matters relating to the regulation and registration of health practitioners.

Working closely with colleagues across legal, regulatory, and operational teams, you will contribute to a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared and people are supported. In joining our team, you will provide legal and strategic advice on registration matters and manage litigation relating to appeals and judicial reviews arising from registration decisions, and reinstatement applications under the National Law. You will partner with internal stakeholders across Ahpra and the National Boards to navigate complex legal issues and support sound regulatory decision-making.

You are a capable and thoughtful legal professional who can work with a high degree of autonomy while recognising the importance of teamwork and shared responsibility. You bring strong organisational skills, good judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex and sensitive environment. Importantly, you are people centred in your approach. You may have experience working with vulnerable individuals or within environments where your empathy, discretion and professionalism are essential. You communicate clearly, listen carefully and build trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

You are an experienced legal practitioner who enjoys complex legal work and can translate legal issues into practical, strategic advice. You hold an unrestricted Australian practising certificate and bring at least 5 years post-qualification experience. You have strong litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build productive relationships across a range of stakeholders. Experience in administrative, regulatory, or public law environments will be highly regarded.

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Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant litigation experience, experience in administrative or regulatory law, and your interest in working within a national regulatory environment.

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 [email protected]

Closing Date: 11:30pm AEST on Sunday, 11 October 2026

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 the Hybrid and flexible working policy .

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply. Ahpra is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People as well as those who may experience diversity or disability-related barriers in securing employment during this time. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

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.

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