1-3 year PQE Government Regulatory Lawyer

Join one of the largest and highly regarded government teams in the country

Your new company

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer or Associate to join a highly regarded Government, Public & Regulatory practice within a leading national law firm. This role offers the chance to work alongside recognised leaders in the field, advising Commonwealth clients on complex, high profile and often sensitive matters.

Your new role
You will be part of a well established government practice acting for a broad range of Commonwealth clients. The work is varied, fast paced and intellectually engaging, with a mix of advisory and litigation matters across administrative and regulatory law.
You will:
- Advise on a wide range of administrative and public law matters
- Work on strategically significant and high profile matters
- Develop both advisory and litigation skills with hands on support
- Collaborate closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers
- Build client relationships and contribute to practice development over time

This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to deepen their expertise in government law within a high performing and supportive environment.


What you'll need to succeed

You will ideally bring:
- At least 1 year of experience in a reputable litigation or government team
- A genuine interest in administrative or public law
- Excellent written and analytical skills
- A collaborative approach and genuine interest in working within a team environment
- Ambition to build a long term career in government and regulatory law
- You will be required to provide an academic transcript to be considered for this opportunity

What you'll get in return

This is a well regarded, independent Australian firm with a longstanding presence in the market and a strong reputation in government work. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, investment in its people and consistent recognition in legal directories and industry awards.

You will benefit from:
- Exposure to high quality work and Commonwealth clients
- Structured training and ongoing development
- Access to approachable and experienced mentors
- A genuinely supportive and inclusive culture
- Flexibility and a broad benefits offering tailored to different needs


What you need to do now

If you're an experienced lawyer seeking autonomy, meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to join a growing boutique practice, we welcome your application.



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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Legal
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Legal
Pay
$100,000 - $130,000
Ref:
2970837
Closing date
30 Jun 2026

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Madeleine Ellacott, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Canberra
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke Street

Telephone: 61127685

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