* Principal Legal Officer (Commercial Lawyer)
o Hybrid Working Arrangements Great Work-Life Balance
o Salary Package Up to $191,954 including Super and Leave Loading
o Greenacre Location w/ Flexible Working
Fire and Rescue NSW is one of the world's largest urban fire and rescue services and the busiest in Australia. With a critical role in protecting communities across NSW, Fire and Rescue NSW is seeking a Principal Legal Officer (Commercial) to provide expert legal advice across complex commercial, procurement and operational matters. The Legal and Regulatory Services team is a small, professional team of specialist lawyers with a supportive culture and a strong customer focus. They offer a flexible working environment and a range of lifestyle benefits including an on-site gym and parking. The Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Legal & Regulatory Services, you will provide senior, independent legal advice across a broad range of commercial and operational matters. The role offers exposure to complex procurement, contract negotiation and whole-of-government initiatives in a dynamic, high-impact environment. Key areas of focus include:
o Providing strategic legal advice on commercial, procurement and governance matters
o Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and contracts including a focus on ICTA and MICTA
o Advising on tenders, procurement processes and contract management
o Supporting inter-agency agreements, MOUs and collaboration arrangements
o Advising senior stakeholders on legal risk and policy implications
This role operates within a complex, high-volume and fast-moving environment, requiring pragmatic, solutions-focused legal advice across diverse operational and commercial issues. About You We are seeking a senior commercial lawyer who brings:
o 6+ years post-qualification experience
o A strong customer focus and problem solving skills
o Strong experience in commercial law and procurement – ideally including experience working within the NSW Government MICTA/ICTA Framework.
o Experience within government, public sector, or highly regulated environments (desirable)
o Experience advising senior stakeholders and executives
o Strong drafting and negotiation capability across complex agreements
o Ability to deliver practical, risk-based legal advice
Essential Requirements
o Admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
o Current practising certificate
o Demonstrated senior-level commercial legal experience
Why Join Fire and Rescue NSW?
o Meaningful work supporting emergency services and community safety
o Complex and varied commercial legal matters
o Senior stakeholder exposure
o Flexible and supportive working environment
o Career progression within NSW Government
Apply Now Applications should be submitted by email. To be considered for the position, candidates must request a copy of the information package for the role including relevant assessment criteria by emailing: For a confidential discussion please contact Matt Steele at Perceptive Talent Solutions on mob: 0423 591 544 The closing date for applications is Wednesday 6th May 2026. #FireandRescueNSW #PublicSectorCareers #LegalCareers #GovernmentJobs #CommercialLaw #Procurement #NSWGovernment #PrincipalSolicitor #Lawyer #Legal #Solicitor