Overview
Legal Counsel – PropertyatBrisbane City Council– City Legal, Governance and Legal Services.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future by working on significant property projects for Australia's largest local government.
You will lead a dynamic and highly regarded property law practice, enjoy flexible arrangements including a 7.25-hour workday, hybrid working options and the ability to accrue flex, while experiencing diverse and interesting work and maintaining a strong work-life balance.
About the Role
As Legal Counsel – Property, you will lead a team of 8 highly experienced professionals in providing strategic and specialist legal advice across a wide range of property-related matters, including:
Land tenure arrangements, town planning agreements and resumptions
Securities, leasing and commercial property matters
Native Title and Aboriginal Cultural Heritage issues
Council assets and property projects
Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of legal services and support the Group Executive and General Counsel of Governance and Legal Services, Deputy General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel (Planning and Governance).
Provide specialist legal skills and advice on a wide range of critical and sensitive issues to Council.
Manage a specialist team.
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for the performance and outcomes of the work area by taking a leadership role with respect to corporate deliverables and branch performance against established corporate, performance and business outcomes.
About You
Have a minimum of 7 years post admission experience gained in property law.
Candidates with more experience are encouraged to apply.
Strong background in property law with experience in planning, leasing and land tenure arrangements.
Ability to deliver strategic legal advice on complex property and development issues.
Strong advocacy, advisory and stakeholder management skills.
Capacity to support senior counsel and contribute to governance outcomes.
Why join Council?
Work on high-profile projects with significant impact across Brisbane.
Be part of Australia's largest local government, with assets over $38 billion and an annual budget of $4 billion.
Enjoy a collaborative, supportive work culture and public sector benefits.
Working with Council
Council is guided by values of value for money, courage, customer service, collaboration, delivery, passion for Brisbane, and respect for people.
These values sit at the heart of City Legal's work.
Joining Council means working in a collaborative environment where your expertise directly contributes to Brisbane's growth and development.
Application details
Application Closing Date:Friday 5 September 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.
For more information:Please contact Katie via or via email at
Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Government Administration
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