Senior Constitutional Lawyer | Principal Lawyer

Your New Workplace

Crown Law is the in-house law firm for the Queensland Government dedicated to supporting the State in achieving its priorities and meeting its legal obligations. At Crown Law, you will be part of a talented and purpose-driven team, working on some of the most novel and complex matters in the public sector—work that helps shape the future of Queensland. With opportunities for meaningful work, mentorship and long-term development, it’s a unique and rewarding place to grow.

Your New Team

The Constitutional Law Team is a highly skilled group of 11 practitioners who specialise in constitutional and complex public law matters, as well as other significant issues that do not sit neatly within other practice areas. This variety makes the team one of the most interesting and intellectually challenging practices within Crown Law. The team also supports the Solicitor-General in advising on the most important and complex legal questions for the State.

The team provides strategic advice to the Attorney-General and Queensland government agencies on constitutional issues, statutory interpretation and sensitive matters of public importance. Members of the team regularly instruct the Solicitor-General and the Crown Counsel in High Court proceedings. Recent work has included constitutional and human rights litigation in the High Court, the Queensland Court of Appeal and the Queensland Supreme Court, and advising on duties of excise and freedom of interstate trade and commerce. The team has also assisted agencies in responding to Parliamentary Committee requests, advised on the interaction of State and national energy laws the limits of executive power and proposed legislation.

Your New Role

As Principal Lawyer, you will lead complex and sensitive matters and act as a trusted adviser to the Attorney-General and senior decision-makers across government. You will combine technical excellence in constitutional law with strong leadership, providing guidance and supervision to lawyers within the team and contributing to Crown Law's broader strategic priorities. This position offers the rare opportunity to work on matters of fundamental importance to the State, while shaping the capability and direction of one of Queensland's most specialised public law practices.

Culture & Benefits

Reflecting the rich diversity of Queensland, Crown Law brings together people from all backgrounds—First Nations, migrant communities and beyond. With a strong focus on inclusion, collaboration and professional growth, Crown Law offers a rare blend of impactful legal work and a supportive culture that helps careers thrive.

Some of the benefits include:

- Flexible working arrangements including part-time and job sharing, work from home, compressed/staggered hours;

- Realistic billable hours targets;

- Leave loading + 12.75% superannuation;

- Generous parental leave and long service leave after seven years;

- Discount corporate private health insurance;

- Corporate health and wellbeing program;

- Family and lifestyle friendly leave including additional day during Christmas shutdown;

- EAP and counselling support; and

- Salary packaging options also available.

Your Skills Profile

- Eligibility to practice as a legal practitioner in Australia.

- At least 10+ years, in constitutional or complex public law.

- A demonstrated record of managing complex litigation and advising at the highest levels of government.

- Experience mentoring, supervising and developing junior lawyers.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical advice on complex constitutional issues.

- Strong judgement, analytical ability and a collaborative approach to solving sensitive issues.

- Motivation to contribute to matters of fundamental importance to the State of Queensland and to shape the next generation of public law specialists.

Applications

Applications to remain current for 12 months. To be considered for this position submit a short covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for this role along with your CV and apply via SmartJobs - https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD/664056/25 OR to find out more call Alex or Sophie on 07 3210 0992 for a strictly confidential discussion quoting reference number 1379944.

Please note applications close midnight Monday 10th November 2025.

To find out more about us, visit www.alexcorreaexecutive.com.au

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