Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Contract
Salary: $114,948 - $123,610 + 12.75% super (PO4)
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: 3917826
Published: 6 days ago
This is a rare opportunity to join a respected government legal team in an urgent 6-month contract role at the PO4 level. You’ll be advising on and managing complex administrative law matters involving judicial review, statutory interpretation, privacy, and right to information. If you’re between roles or keen to explore a high-level short-term government role, this is worth considering.

What’s on Offer
  • $114,948 – $123,610 + 12.75% super (PO4 classification)
  • 6-month contract with an immediate start
  • Just 5.5 billable hours per day
  • Interesting, complex & high-stakes administrative law matters
  • Brisbane CBD location with flexible WFH options + RDOs!
Your Work Will Involve
  • Conducting and managing judicial review proceedings
  • Providing advice on statutory interpretation and administrative decision-making
  • Delivering legal opinions on privacy and right to information matters
  • Supporting clients in the lawful exercise of statutory powers
  • Managing sensitive and significant matters across government. 
Who Should Apply?
This contract would suit someone who is:
  • Immediately available and eager to take on quality legal work
  • Experienced in administrative law, or has a strong background in commercial litigation, regulatory law, or legal policy
  • A clear communicator with excellent legal analysis and advisory skills
  • Admitted to practice and eligible to work in Queensland. 
Experience advising on administrative law, FOI/privacy, or judicial review - particularly for Queensland-based agencies would be highly regarded.

Why Apply Through Law Staff?
  • Hassle-Free Process: We’ll handle the logistics and application process
  • Transparent Communication: You’ll stay informed throughout
  • Keep Things Moving: We maintain momentum behind the scenes
  • Insider Knowledge: We provide tailored guidance and interview prep.

Next Steps
At Law Staff, we take a confidential and tailored approach to career discussions. If this role sounds like the right fit, or if you’re open to exploring similar opportunities, reach out to us today.

Contact us directly or click APPLY to submit your details:
  • Georgina See – georgina@lawstaff.com.au
  • Bianca Davies - bianca@lawstaff.com.au 
All discussions are held in the strictest confidence. If this isn’t the right role for you, we’d still love to connect and keep you informed of other opportunities in the market.


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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.