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Government jobs in Canberra ACT

• The average pay for Government jobs in Canberra ACT is $113K per year.
• Entry-level positions start at $60K per year, while the most experienced workers can earn up to $228K per year.
19 companies are currently advertising Government jobs in Canberra ACT including Australian Public Service (APS), PwC, Australian Taxation Office, Department of Defence and Michael Page.
• Top skills include STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT, WRITTEN AND VERBAL, SELF MOTIVATED, PROJECT MANAGEMENT and OPERATIONS.
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+60d ago
Full time · Contract
Similar jobs pay ~$90k - $150k

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Key points we found

  • Support a large Commonwealth Government legal function across multiple legal teams.
  • Provide practical, solutions-focused legal advice in fast-moving settings.
  • Engage with senior stakeholders on high-impact matters.
+60d ago
Casual/Holiday · Temporary
Similar jobs pay ~$93k - $136k

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Key points we found

  • Join a talent pool for casual academic positions.
  • Engage in tutoring, marking, and teaching across disciplines.
  • Contribute to enhancing student experiences and outcomes.
+60d ago
Full time · Contract
Similar jobs pay ~$267k - $296k

$135 - $150.00 Per hour

Key points we found

  • Deliver strategic insights and financial analysis for a Federal Government department.
  • Provide detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to senior management.
  • Engage in complex financial projects and collaborate with stakeholders.
Posted 36d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$150k - $200k

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Key points we found

  • Join a national law firm in Canberra as a lawyer with 23 years post admission experience.
  • Work on public law and administrative law litigation for Commonwealth Departments and Agencies.
  • Collaborate with a supportive team and access professional development opportunities.
Posted 8d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$80k - $120k

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Key points we found

  • Opportunity for high-performing lawyers to work on complex commercial matters.
  • Flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies.
  • Join a collaborative team advising on significant Australian Government projects.
Posted 16d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$120k - $150k

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Key points we found

  • Lead the Federal Government operation for OpenText’s content services.
  • Manage large, complex deals and build relationships with senior executives.
  • Drive customer success through innovation and partnerships.
+60d ago
Full time · Contract
Similar jobs pay ~$80k - $120k

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Key points we found

  • Seeking expressions of interest for government contract opportunities in 2026.
  • Roles available at APS4 through EL2 levels across various specialisations.
  • Flexible working arrangements considered on a case-by-case basis.
+60d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$80k - $120k

Pay information not disclosed by advertiser

Key points we found

  • Join a rapidly growing government practice in the largest legal partnership in Australia.
  • Work on a caseload of merits and judicial review matters for Commonwealth Government agencies.
  • Receive strong mentoring and support to grow your career.
Posted 12d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$150k - $200k

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Key points we found

  • Lead national strategy and policy influence for workforce capability.
  • Engage with government and industry stakeholders to shape skills reform.
  • Provide strategic leadership and high-level advice to senior executives.
+60d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$80k - $120k

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Key points we found

  • Join a rapidly growing Construction and Property practice servicing private and government clients.
  • Engage in advising and drafting construction and property contracts, and conducting litigation.
  • Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive culture.
Posted 57d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$100k - $130k

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Key points we found

  • Shape public policy that impacts business and the public good.
  • Lead state and territory government engagement across Australia.
  • Influence policy and advocacy to deliver outcomes in the public interest.
Posted 22d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$60k - $80k

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Key points we found

  • Join a diverse and friendly team as a Legal Assistant.
  • Support the Government Public & Regulatory team with file management and legal document preparation.
  • Manage diary and inbox, ensuring excellent client service and compliance.
Expiring in 3d
Full time · Permanent
$81,591 - $98,524

Key points we found

  • Contribute to oversight activities including inspections and inquiries.
  • Analyse complex information to identify issues and support findings.
  • Prepare high-quality written outputs and provide clear verbal briefings.
Posted 2d ago
Full time · Permanent
$124,393 - $140,315 Above avg.

Key points we found

  • Coordinate and manage Intermediate Level technical maintenance activities.
  • Provide technical assurance of equipment, systems, and processes.
  • Influence key stakeholders to achieve effective strategic outcomes.
Posted 3d ago
Full time · Temporary
$100,424 - $118,220 Above avg.

Key points we found

  • Join ASIO as an Intelligence Analyst for the 2027 and 2028 intakes.
  • Participate in a 12-month development program with comprehensive training.
  • Contribute to national security by assessing and validating information.
Posted 5d ago
Full time · Permanent
$92,753 - $99,113 Above avg.

Key points we found

  • Conduct vulnerability inspections and counter technical threats.
  • Travel extensively as part of the role.
  • Receive training and professional development in technical security.
Posted 6d ago
Full time · Permanent
$102,266 - $114,988 Above avg.

Key points we found

  • Conduct vulnerability inspections and counter technical threats.
  • Travel extensively as part of the role.
  • Receive training and professional development in technical security.
Posted 7d ago
Full time · Contract
$150 - $175/hr Above avg.

Key points we found

  • Design and maintain scalable data ingestion pipelines across streaming and batch architectures.
  • Lead and mentor engineering teams while managing competing priorities.
  • Implement robust monitoring, observability, and performance tuning across environments.
Posted 8d ago
Full time · Permanent
Similar jobs pay ~$70 - $90

APS6 I $70 - $90 + super

Key points we found

  • Drive innovative development finance and investment in a high-impact APS6 government role.
  • Engage with private sector investors and government stakeholders to support policy development.
  • Contribute to investment performance reporting and program delivery.
Posted 1d ago
Contract
Similar jobs pay ~$278k

$1,100 inc super per day

Key points we found

  • Join a large Australian Government agency for a major modernisation project.
  • Support the build and deployment of Azure-based systems.
  • Contribute to the reliability, security, and maturity of the Azure environment.