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Legislative counsel advisor

Sydney
beBeeSeniorLawyer
Compliance Director
Posted: 17 August
Offer description

Legal Advisory Position

This dynamic opportunity allows you to shape legislative understanding and compliance across NSW government operations.

The successful candidate will provide authoritative legal counsel on complex administrative and statutory interpretation matters.

Working in a collegiate legal team, this role is instrumental in guiding litigation strategies, shaping legislative projects, and influencing public policy development, particularly within privacy and information access frameworks.


Main Responsibilities

* Deliver clear, strategic legal advice on administrative, privacy, and information access legislation
* Represent the agency in tribunals and court proceedings, including instructing or briefing counsel
* Prepare high-quality written materials including legal submissions, briefing papers, and reports
* Lead or support law reform and legislative interpretation projects in line with regulatory obligations
* Conduct legal risk assessments and provide mitigation strategies to stakeholders
* Collaborate with operational teams to ensure policies and procedures align with legislative requirements
* Develop and deliver internal and external training materials to build legal literacy
* Maintain up-to-date legal precedents, registers, and advice templates
* Identify and address emerging legal issues impacting agency operations


About You

* Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in NSW and holds (or is eligible for) a current NSW Practising Certificate
* Demonstrated experience in administrative law, statutory interpretation, and public sector legal advice
* Strong litigation experience, ideally within tribunals or judicial review contexts
* Proven ability to manage complex legal matters independently and provide practical, defensible solutions
* Familiarity with government law frameworks and ethical obligations in a public service environment
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with an ability to distil complex legal language
* Collaborative team player with the ability to mentor others and foster a knowledge-sharing culture
* High-level research and analytical skills with a focus on continuous legal education
* Must possess valid Australian working rights - Permanent Residency, Australian Citizenship or appropriate long-term visa is required; sponsorship is not available


Employment Details

Full-time employment operating in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Mid-Senior level position within the Government Administration industry

Remuneration details: AU$80,000.00-AU$100,000.00 per annum

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