Lawyer - Public Sector (2-5 PQE) [15h Left]

**We are seeking a remarkable Lawyer to join our high performing Public Sector Brisbane team.**This role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to:* Join a tier-one ranked Public Sector practice* Contribute to a successful and impactful team who are market recognised* Work with a variety of clients, and gain exposure to some of the most significant projects in Queensland**The role**Working with our market leading Public Sector Partner, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the nation’s most complex and transformational major government projects. This high performing practice is responsible for advising a broad range of public sector clients from local governments to State government departments and government owned corporations. The client base is broad and varied across different levels, each with a unique opportunity to provide considered solutions.You will be involved in providing advice to government agencies on a variety of project planning and acquisition matters, as well as undertaking Land Court litigation. This role will see you working with experts in valuation, town planning, hydrology, forensic accounting, economic need, quantity surveying and engineering. You will also play a significant part in advising at the pre-construction strategy stage for significant infrastructure projects. Working with experts in different fields offers the unique opportunity to expand your breadth of knowledge and expertise into new areas and widen your industry network.If you enjoy working collaboratively and gaining exposure to other practice groups this role provides the opportunity in abundance.This role is a full time or part-time opportunity, we are open to discussing a part-time arrangement that suits your working preferences.**Key responsibilities*** Undertake advisory work, draft short form agreements related to land, and draft court documents* Liaise with clients, experts and counsel* Brief and liaise with counsel* Collaborate with other practice groups including Real Estate, Construction and Environment & Sustainable Development* Attend at mediations, court hearings and reviews**Skills and experience**To be successful in this role, you will have:* At least one year post admission experience.* Experience in planning, infrastructure, development or acquisition in a private practice or in-house environment (litigation, property, and/or government experience would be advantageous).* Superior written and verbal expression skills and an aptitude for reshaping and expressing complex concepts concisely.* A naturally collegiate mindset and positive and enthusiastic attitude, which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative working.**The Public Sector team**Our national Public Sector group is widely regarded to be the premier private government practice in Australia and has a wealth of industry-leading practitioners. Our Public Sector team advises a wide range of government agencies on some of their most complex and sensitive programs, from project inception through to contract management. We use our skills to solve complex legal problems, assist with the development and implementation of program strategy, and inform policy development. For further information on our national Public Sector team, please visit our . **Clayton Utz's Brisbane office**In Clayton Utz's Brisbane office, you will discover a dynamic, supportive, and diverse team, which balances high performance with a down-to-earth and pragmatic approach to work and life.Go on, challenge your expectations.#LI-JS1We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.**Consultant Contact Details**Jade Evans, (02) 9353 4358**Accessibility and Inclusion**recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit or follow us on .**Agency submissions**Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.As Australia’s leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers. They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way.As part of this innovative team you will be working across major national, government, and global clients. All the while collaborating with some of the sharpest legal minds in the industry. Clayton Utz has also been a powerful force in Australian pro bono practice, striving to deliver justice for those who need it and not just those who can afford it. In your time here you’ll be constantly surprised by the projects you get to work on and what you can accomplish.### Clayton Utz Employee BenefitsThe traditional legal career path is evolving. By consulting with us you can expand your experience, develop your skill set and work on a variety of assignments with top-tier organisations in a range of sectors.
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