Solicitor & Senior Solicitor (Pool)

Location: Perth (William Street)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time

Drive Change, Connect Communities

At the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), you’ll help connect the people of Western Australia. We’re a progressive organisation delivering safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services that support economic growth and enhance the lives of all Western Australians.

The Opportunity

We are building a talent pool of solicitors to fill current and upcoming opportunities within the Legal and Legislative Services (LLS) team within DTMI. We are seeking Generalist lawyers, Property lawyers and Infrastructure/Construction Lawyers to be a part of DTMI and the meaningful work we do for the Western Australian Community.

The LLS division of the DTMI has become well known as being an employer of choice. The team is comprised of diverse, experienced and professional Legal Practitioners who enjoy a positive work environment and good work life balance. In the team, there is a strong focus on opportunities for people to be mentored on complex maters as well as opportunities to operate in areas of personal interest and strength.

As a Solicitor (SCL3) within this area, it is expected that you can under some supervision:

- Provide legal advice on commercial leasing transactions with a focus on development/ground leases.

- Draft, negotiate and review a range of lease related agreements.

- Collaborate with other lawyers in the team, operational teams and external legal providers.

Generalist Lawyers

As a generalist lawyer (SCL 3 or 4) you would be expected to primarily facilitate the development and amendment of legislation, including drafting instructions, liaising with Parliamentary Counsel, and ensuring alignment with government policy and legal frameworks; as well as provide general legal advice including contract interpretation, statutory compliance, and risk management, with reference to relevant legislation. You will also be expected to draft routine Agreements.

Infrastructure/Construction Lawyers (SCL3/5)

As a lawyer with specialities in this area, you would be expected to have suitable experience in areas such as procurement and contracting, land access and acquisition, environmental and planning approvals and governance and statutory compliance.

Immediate Opportunities

We currently have the following full-time permanent opportunities available for immediate filling:

- 1x General Senior Solicitor (SCL 3/4) position

- 1x General Solicitor (SCL 3) specialising in Property Law

This recruitment process is intended to establish a pool of suitable candidates to fill the above immediate vacancies, as well as other similar fixed-term and permanent positions that are expected to arise within the DTMI over the next 18 months from the date of first appointment.

There is a real expectation of ongoing opportunities becoming available including at SCL5 and SCL3 (Infrastructure/ Construction), and applicants placed in the pool will be actively considered for future vacancies across the different specialities as they arise.

Our Offer

- A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.

- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.

- Be part of a great, inclusive and experienced team that is committed to your career development.

- Flexible working practices with a focus on employee wellbeing.

- Diverse and interesting work with a community focus.

- Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.

- Bright, modern facility close to transport links with a friendly team environment.

- Salary packaging options to lease a new car.

In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:

- A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experiences you have gained in relation to the job description (See- the Job Description Form (JDF)); and

- A maximum three (3) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career, aligned to the JDF and selection criteria for the highest level you wish to be considered for. Also indicate which of the positions you are interested in applying for.

Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Brian Leveson, Director Legal and Legislative Services on (08) 65516020 until 11 November 2025. For enquiries after this date, please reach out to Saskia Widodo on saskia.widodo@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.

Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Monday, 24 November 2025. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted.

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

DTMI is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.

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