The Opportunity
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Public Law practice in Canberra. This role is ideal for a lawyer with at least 5 years post-admission experience who is looking to work on complex, high-profile public sector matters within a collaborative and well-established team.
The successful candidate will join a close-knit, partner-led practice advising on major Commonwealth procurement and grants programs, as well as broader public sector and corporate governance matters.
The Role
Working closely with senior practitioners, as an experienced Senior Associate you will provide pragmatic, commercially focused probity advice to senior government stakeholders on significant and sensitive projects. The role also involves:
- Advising on probity, integrity and governance issues across procurement, grants and public spending processes
- Managing client relationships and ongoing advisory work
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members
- Contributing strategically to complex matters while balancing multiple workstreams
About the Candidate
Our client is seeking a practitioner who:
- Has 5+ years’ experience advising clients, ideally with exposure to public sector matters
- Demonstrates strong drafting and statutory interpretation skills, gained through experience in areas such as commercial law, administrative law, dispute resolution, litigation or public law
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working across a diverse range of complex matters
- Values collaboration and contributes positively to team culture
- Has, or can quickly develop, a strong understanding of probity, public sector integrity and governance frameworks
Why This Firm
The firm offers a supportive and inclusive environment where people are encouraged to do meaningful work and build long-term careers. Benefits include:
- Flexible Work: hybrid work arrangements are the norm, not the exception
- Wellbeing & Benefits: Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, health insurance, discounted gym memberships, salary continuance, Employee Assistance Program, and carers support
- Inclusive & Diverse: Recognised for gender equality, LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, and disability inclusion initiatives
- Career Development: Structured learning and development programs, with study support available
- Community Involvement: Active pro bono and staff volunteering programs
For a confidential discussion and obligation-free market insights, contact Bianca Davies today.
Click Apply or email your details to bianca@lawstaff.com.au (Reference: CPL210126).
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