Legal Counsel

15 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Hays | Legal Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

State Government | Temporary Role | Litigation | Flexibility | Attractive Daily Rate

Your new company

Our client is a reputable state government department based in the Sydney CBD.

Your new role

An exciting opportunity has become available in a busy government department. In this litigation-focused role, you will be working in an interesting and fast-paced regulatory environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide clear, concise legal advice and representation to clients.
  • Assist on a range of litigation matters.
  • Analyse and interpret legislation and evidence to draft documents, including advice, pleadings, submissions and other court documents, briefing notes and correspondence.
  • Research and draft advice and undertake representation, briefing counsel where appropriate to facilitate appropriate outcomes for the organisation.
  • Assist clients and other key stakeholders on various matters and requests for advice to facilitate the exchange of information, completion of tasks and meeting critical deadlines.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Admitted to practice as a lawyer in Australia
  • Ideally, between 2-3 years PAE
  • A current practising certificate (essential)
  • Experience assisting on litigation matters
  • Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment
  • Previous experience in government will be highly regarded

What you'll get in return

  • 3 month casual temp role
  • Rare in-house litigation opportunity
  • Gain experience in a reputable state government department
  • Attractive daily rate
  • Hybrid working

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

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