Law Graduate Program (Feb 2027)

Her-thology; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative graduate program is seeking Law graduates for a full-time, 12-month role in Newcastle upon Tyne. Successful candidates will collaborate on developing taxation policies and provide legal support. The program offers a competitive salary of $70,208 and valuable networking opportunities, with a start date in February 2027. Applicants must be Australian citizens and have completed their degree recently.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Completed university degree within the last five years or in final year of study.
• Willing to undergo police, character, and health checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of non-tax legal services.
• Conduct research and analysis on taxation policies.
• Provide legal support to manage disputes.

Skills

Curious mindset

Passion for Australian Government initiatives

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Law

Job description

What we provide

• a full-time, 12-month, award-winning graduate program
• a competitive starting salary $70,208 (plus 15.4% super) as an APS3
• an excellent social and networking base with fellow graduates
• inspiring work rotations to develop your skills and explore different areas of interest
• work-life balance including flexible working from home arrangements and generous leave entitlements
• career progression to a permanent APS 4 level role, relevant to your stream, when you complete the program.

What you’ll do

At the ATO, we want to make it easier for the community to do the right thing. As a Law graduate, you’ll get to work with industry leaders in developing taxation and superannuation policies and legislation to guide Australians in their tax obligations.

You’ll get the opportunity to work collaboratively with a dedicated team in conducting research and analysis to providing advice. Our Law graduates get to develop their skills within an area of specialisation based on policy and legislation. You could:

• assist with the delivery of non-tax legal and dispute resolution services through the provision of procedural, operational and legal support
• analyse, interpret and apply legislation, policies, practices and precedents in the resolution of legal matters; under the direction of more senior employees or escalating cases where appropriate
• assist with managing disputes in a range of jurisdictions on behalf of the ATO in relation to non-tax legal matter.

You’ll receive tailored training and mentoring from subject matter experts to enable you to reach your full potential.

Who you are

We’re looking for people with curious minds, who can demonstrate a passion for Australian Government initiatives, enjoy outside the box thinking, sharing ideas and building relationships, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Who can apply

To be eligible to apply, you must have completed your university degree within the last five years or be in your final year of study. At the time of commencing our program, you must have completed all your course requirements.

The program starts in February 2027. You must be an Australian citizen and willing to undergo police, character and health checks as required.