Solicitor I-iii

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Trustee & Guardian Full time
About the role

  • 1x ongoing fulltime and 1x temporary parttime 2 days per week up to January 202 Sydney, CBD location with flexible and remote working options available.
  • Legal Officer Grade I-III. Base salary ranges from $71,202 to $120,693 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.


We currently have full-time and part-time (2 days per week up to January 2024) vacancies within our Legal Services team.

About the role


The role provides high-level legal services, research and support in complex areas of law to ensure the provision of high-quality, efficient and effective legal services for NSW Trustee and Guardian and its clients.


The Solicitor I-III (General) responsibilities include:

  • Provide high-level legal services (advice, transactions and/or litigation) to NSW Trustee and Guardian and its clients in accordance with the law, policy, procedures and practice standards.
  • Undertake legal and administrative matters and oversee the coordination of outsourced legal services in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Conduct litigation before Courts and/or Tribunals as the Department's representative.
  • Interpret, analyse and prepare complex legal documents including legal records, correspondence, legislation, court orders, policies, reports, submissions, contracts, deeds and briefs to counsel.
  • Undertake research, manage and provide advice on matters arising in NSW Trustee and Guardian's areas of operation to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Contribute to the development and review of legal standards and practices, policies, systems, procedures, manuals, precedents and processes; and development and delivery of training to ensure the delivery of high quality, effective and efficient professional services.
For more information about the position, click here to view the role description.

About you


To be successful in this role you will need litigation and dispute resolution skills and be able to provide sound legal advice.

You will need to work with a high level of independence and be proactive in developing work plans and priorities.

You will also need to work collaboratively and provide support to non-legal staff.

You should have a strong understanding of the structure and culture of government and the political and legal sensitivities of operating within the public sector.

Sound like you?

Essential requirements

  • Completion of a law degree from an accredited law school or completion of the Legal Practitioners Admission Board Diploma in Law Course.
  • Admitted as legal practitioner in NSW and have a current NSW practising certificate.
Desirable

  • Developed legal skills and experience which enable the provision of advice and representation in areas of law related NSW Trustee & Guardian's financial management, estate administration and guardianship services.
  • Previous experience in any of the following areas of law would be desirable:
  • Wills and Estates
  • Equity and Trusts
  • Administrative Law
Our commitment to diversity

What we offer

NSW Trustee & Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose.

Other benefits of joining us include:
- work-life balance with flexible work options including flex leave
- leave options including 14 weeks parental or adoption leave
- career development including study leave

  • Fitness Passport
Be part of something bigger. For more information about joining us, visit the Careers page on our website.
- attach a cover letter outlining your skills, experience, suitability and interest in the role (maximum two pages).
- attach an updated resume (maximum five pages)
- hit to be directed

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 16 April 2023

Please note:

  • A talent pool may be created for future ongoing, temporary and parttime roles, and is valid for 18months.
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