Legal Counsel (Litigation)

State Government | Temporary Role | Litigation | Flexibility | Competitive Daily Rate

Your new company

Our client is a reputable state government department based in the Sydney CBD.

Your new role

An exciting opportunity has become available in a busy government department. In this litigation-focused role, you will be working in an interesting and fast-paced regulatory environment with competing priorities.


Responsibilities include:

  • Provide clear, concise legal advice and representation to clients.

  • Assist on a range of litigation matters.

  • Analyse and interpret legislation and evidence to draft documents, including advice, pleadings, submissions and other court documents, briefing notes and correspondence.

  • Research and draft advice and undertake representation, briefing counsel where appropriate to facilitate appropriate outcomes for the organisation.

  • Assist clients and other key stakeholders on various matters and requests for advice to facilitate the exchange of information, completion of tasks and meeting critical deadlines.


What you'll need to succeed

  • Admitted to practice as a lawyer in Australia
  • Ideally, between 2–3 years PAE but open to suitable candidates who have more experience.
  • Experience gained in prosecution or regulatory litigation would be highly regarded.
  • A current practising certificate (essential)
  • Experience assisting on litigation matters
  • Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment
  • Previous experience in government will be highly regarded


What you'll get in return

  • Temporary role with potential to be extended

  • Rare in-house litigation opportunity

  • Gain experience in a reputable state government department

  • Attractive daily rate

  • Hybrid working (2 days in the office)

  • Work-life balance


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
2960766

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Laura Keegan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 0280626176

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