Solicitor - Commercial (Government) - Canberra and Melbourne

Solicitor - Commercial (Government) - Canberra and MelbourneSolicitor - Commercial (Government) - Canberra and Melbourne

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• Opportunity for high-performing lawyers to work on important and complex commercial matters
• A true meritocracy model - be promoted based on your contribution
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies including purchase, parental and performance reward leave
• This role is open to Canberra or Melbourne based candidates

About us

HWL Ebsworth is Australia's largest legal partnership, with offices in every state and territory in Australia and over 280 Partners. We have exciting opportunities to join our dynamic Commercial team in Canberra or Melbourne working with partner Justin Bernau. This team works with the country's largest and most interesting Australian Government agencies as well as government-owned corporations and private sector companies.

The opportunity

We have career-defining opportunities for experienced lawyers to join our highly regarded Australian Government commercial practice. As part of the team, you will be working on some of the most significant projects, and general commercial advisory work, for Australian Government clients. This is a unique opportunity to take your career to the next level and be a part of a growing practice.

In this role, you will:

• advise on significant Australian Government projects;
• support the achievement of Australian Government requirements and objectives;
• work across Commonwealth procurement, commercial contracting, intellectual property, and technology matters;
• be part of a collaborative and supportive team; and
• provide corporate advisory services, including corporate law, governance, structuring, transactions, and regulatory compliance.

Ideally you will have:

• 1-5 years PAE, preferably in a commercial legal role;
• a strong interest in working on Australian Government transactions;
• good interpersonal and communication skills to be able to deal with clients and other parties;
• excellent contract drafting and advice writing skills; and

Candidates should have the ability and willingness to apply for a AGSVA Baseline clearance (or preferably hold a Baseline clearance).

Our offering

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and unique value proposition will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180-day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance and wellbeing.
• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
• Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter via the 'Apply' link. For any queries, please contact Anthony Gosti on for a confidential discussion. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply.

HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesLaw Practice

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