
Solicitor | Public Law
1 day ago
We have a wonderful opportunity for a newly admitted lawyer (up to 3 years' PAE) to join our Canberra Public Law team. The Canberra office is located near City Hill and hosts a large team of lawyers heavily committed to the Commonwealth and the Government's operations. You will work closely with three Principals and receive on-the-job mentoring, while getting involved in a range of interesting matters.
Responsibilities- Draft administrative decisions in a variety of statutory schemes.
- Defend merits review and judicial review applications in tribunals and courts.
- Advise on FOI and privacy issues.
- Conduct administrative inquiries.
- Opportunity for secondments with select clients and for advocacy in litigated matters.
- Work in a supportive environment with opportunities to develop and advance your career.
- Newly admitted lawyer (up to 3 years' PAE).
- Baseline security clearance; full Australian working rights.
- Some Commonwealth experience is preferred.
- Team player with a genuine interest in public law and advocacy; willingness to go the extra mile.
We are a full-service firm with 61 principals providing high quality legal advisory services across Australia. We are proud of the values we uphold and the culture of our firm, and we know there is more to life than work, billables or awards. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.
Our progressive and inclusive policies have earned recognition as an Employer of Choice by the Australian Business Awards, Lawyers Weekly, Queensland Law Society and HRD, to name a few.
Benefits- Progressive paid parental leave policy with no qualifying period, pre-natal leave, parent & care givers' platform, partner leave and return to work bonuses.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Extensive reward and recognition programs, including tenure awards, annual staff awards, and promotion ceremonies.
- Further education support and professional development programs, including a formal mentoring program.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave for full-time employees, firm social club, and regular team functions.
Please submit your application along with your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position.
All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks, and to hold a baseline security clearance and full Australian working rights.
Role details- Seniority level: Associate
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Legal
- Industries: Law Practice
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. If you require any changes or amendments to our recruitment process, please let us know.
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