Overview
A rare permanent opportunity to undertake bespoke, high-level commercial and governmental legal advisory work for Queensland Government that directly shapes the State's operations and governance.
Benefits
* Flexible work arrangements and a work-life balance with a 6 billable target
* Up to 12.75% superannuation and comprehensive leave benefits
About Crown Law
As the in-house law firm for the Queensland Government, Crown Law offers a truly unique and rewarding opportunity to provide integrated legal services that directly impact the State and its people. You'll join a team trusted to advise on some of the state's most complex and high-profile legal matters.
About The Role
Crown Law's Commercial and Property team provides expert legal services on a wide range of commercial and governmental matters, including procurement, government funding, legislative compliance and corporate governance matters.
As Special Counsel, you will primarily deliver advisory work (approximately 80%) on a variety of commercial and governmental matters, including government contracts, legislative compliance, information privacy and corporate governance matters. You will also draft tailored funding agreements, inter-governmental agreements, and commercial arrangements. You will be a member of a multidisciplinary team including experts in property, planning and environment and intellectual property law, and contribute to mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative culture. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, are available.
Skills And Experience
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland (or eligibility for admission).
* Substantial post-admission experience in commercial law, with demonstrated strengths in advisory work.
* Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following:
* advising on legislative compliance, information privacy or corporate governance;
* drafting commercial contracts;
* drafting and advising on government funding agreements;
* Strong knowledge of governance, compliance, and public sector frameworks.
* The ability to manage complex and sensitive matters independently.
* A background in either government legal teams or private practice with public sector clients is welcomed.
Why Join Crown Law
Crown Law offers a career that is intellectually stimulating, personally rewarding, and supportive of your work-life balance.
Here\'s What You Can Expect
* A permanent, flexible Queensland public sector role.
* 6 hour billable hour target.
* Challenging, high-profile advisory work.
* WFH and flexible work arrangements, including a 36.25-hour work week and part-time options.
* Salary package: $166,623 - $174,339 plus leave loading and 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
* Access to professional development programs, secondment opportunities, and leadership training.
* A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and respect.
* A focus on staff well-being, with strategies to support resilience in managing complex or sensitive matters.
How To Apply
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