Legal & Governance Advisor

4 weeks ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Public Sector People Full time
Overview

Tablelands Regional Council, QLD – Permanent Full-Time | $95,552.46 + 12% super | Flexible work arrangements. Public Sector People is proud to partner with Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) to recruit a motivated Legal & Governance Advisor. This is a key opportunity to play a central role in strengthening TRC's governance frameworks and providing legal expertise to support the organisation's strategic priorities.

The Role

Reporting to the General Counsel & Manager, Legal, Governance & Council Business, you will work across the organisation to ensure governance, quality and risk programs are robust, transparent, and effective. You'll provide in-house legal guidance, coordinate external legal advice, and contribute to best practice compliance and governance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supporting the implementation and ongoing improvement of TRC's governance framework.
  • Facilitating external legal advice and delivering in-house guidance on complex matters.
  • Coordinating Council's lease and land tenure portfolio, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing agreements.
  • Providing advice, training, and guidance to staff on governance and legal issues.
  • Managing complaints and investigations in line with Council's Complaints Management Policy.
  • Preparing high-quality reports, policies, procedures, and briefings to support informed decision-making.
About You
  • Bachelor's degree in Law (or relevant discipline).
  • Admission as an Australian Lawyer.
  • Current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain).
  • Demonstrated experience in commercial/community leasing and complaints handling.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience in local government (desirable but not essential).
Why Join TRC?
  • Based in the Scenic Atherton Tablelands, TRC offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a collaborative, community-focused organisation.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • A supportive workplace culture.
  • The opportunity to shape governance and legal outcomes that benefit the entire community.
This position offers
  • Permanent full-time role | 72.5 hours per fortnight.
  • $95,552.46 per annum + 12% superannuation.
  • Immediate start available.
Apply Now

For a Confidential Discussion, Contact Adrian Holder – Lead Consultant, Public Sector People

0410 510 431 | adrian@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Applications close 5:00pm, Friday 12th September 2025


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