Principal Solicitor

Department: Crown Solicitor's Office

Location:
Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

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Principal Solicitor (LOG VI) and Senior Solicitor (LOG V) – Public Interest & Protection

• Join a high-performing legal team within the NSW Crown Solicitor's Office (CSO)
• Work on complex, high-profile litigation and advice matters
• Central Sydney CBD location, with relocation to a modern office in 2026

Classification and Salary

• Principal Solicitor – Legal Officer Grade VI (LOG VI): $165,865 – $169,359 p.a. (plus superannuation and leave loading)
• Senior Solicitor – Legal Officer Grade V (LOG V): $154,403 – $157,430 p.a. (plus superannuation and leave loading)

Both roles are full-time, 35 hours per week (12 months with the possibility of extension or conversion to ongoing).

Location: CSO Office, 60–70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney.

• Please note we will be relocating to new premises at Parkline Place, 252 Pitt Street, Sydney in July 2026.

About the Practice Group

The Public Interest & Protection Practice Group provides advice and representation to NSW Government agencies in highly complex and sensitive legal work, including:

• Public interest immunity claims in civil and criminal matters across all jurisdictions
• Charitable trust matters for the Attorney General
• Discrimination matters, including class actions
• Guardianship matters for the Public Guardian and the Trustee and Guardian

About the Roles

The Principal Solicitor and Senior Solicitor roles provide specialist advice and representation in both litigation and advisory matters.

• The Principal Solicitor (LOG VI) role supports the Practice Group Director, and has responsibility for leading a sub-team of solicitors, overseeing client and stakeholder engagement initiatives. Principal Solicitors also manage their own practice, acting and advising in high-profile matters.
• The Senior Solicitor (LOG V) role focuses on providing high-quality legal advice and representation in complex matters, managing junior solicitors, and supporting the broader practice group's work.

To about the Senior Solicitor role, click here.

To about the Principal Solicitor role, click here.

About You

We are seeking experienced and talented solicitors with strong litigation and advisory expertise and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team.

• For Principal Solicitor (LOG VI): Ideally, you will bring 6+ years of post-admission experience, with demonstrated leadership and supervisory capability, strong litigation skills, and the ability to manage client relationships and deliver cost-effective, client-focused services.
• For Senior Solicitor (LOG V): Ideally, you will bring 5+ years of post-admission experience, supervision experience, ability to manage complex matters, draft sophisticated legal advice, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality legal services.

Solicitors with backgrounds in criminal law, strong litigation and advice writing skills, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment are encouraged to apply.

Essential Requirements

• Australian citizenship
• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
• Highly developed legal skills and extensive experience in matters within the group's areas of expertise

How to Apply

Submit your application online including:

• An updated resume (up to 5 pages)
• A 1-page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability

When submitting your application, please select the relevant role (Principal Solicitor or Senior Solicitor) and choose the Public Interest & Protection Practice Group.

For recruitment enquiries or adjustments to the process, contact:

Margaret Ters, Talent Acquisition Partner

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Closing date: Sunday, 12 October 2025, 7:59 pm (AEST)

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary positions over the next 18 months.

Why Work for CSO?

The Crown Solicitor's Office provides trusted, independent, and high-quality legal services to NSW Government agencies. We support professional development, flexible work, and a diverse and inclusive workforce where individuals thrive.

We offer extensive employee benefits including:

• Generous leave entitlements (recreation, flex, purchased, and parental leave)
• Study time support
• Extended leave after long service
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
• Fitness Passport and health initiatives

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