Director, Legal

8 hours ago

St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia Ministry of Health Full time $218,617 - $243,563 per year

DIRECTOR, LEGAL (INFRASTRUCTURE)

HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE NSW

HEALTH SERVICE SENIOR EXECUTIVE BAND 1

Join our Legal team at Health Infrastructure for an exciting ongoing opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales

About us

Health Infrastructure was established in 2007 as the capital delivery agency of NSW Health for projects over $10 million. Today, Health Infrastructure plans and delivers sustainable and innovative infrastructure and asset management solutions to meet the health care needs of NSW communities now and into the future. We are leading the largest health capital works program in Australia, collaborating with our Local Health District/Network customers, with government more broadly and with industry to transform public health facilities across NSW. In doing so, we contribute long term economic and social benefits to NSW communities. 

Our people are united by our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. We behave with integrity, treat others how we would like to be treated and are trusted advisors to our customers in the Local Health Districts and Networks across NSW. We pride ourselves on our positive organisational culture and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce.


•    Newly created leadership role in the legal team 

•    If you are a skilled legal expert with experience in infrastructure and construction law  – apply now 

•    Drive strategic legal initiatives with impact on project outcomes 

This role will be located in St Leonards.

About this role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Lead the legal strategy behind NSW Health's most ambitious infrastructure projects and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare across the state. As Director, Legal, you'll provide expert oversight on multi-billion-dollar developments, influencing high-stakes decisions and ensuring best-practice governance for major capital investments. This is a rare opportunity to manage complex legal risks, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver real-world impact on landmark public infrastructure. Your strategic counsel will directly affect the success, efficiency, and legal integrity of projects that matter to millions. Join a high-performing, values-driven team where your expertise is valued and your leadership will help set new standards for excellence. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

This is an ongoing, full time, Band 1, Health Service Senior Executive (HSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $218,617 to $243,563 per annum, with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

For further information, download the role description. 

About you 

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

  • Legal qualifications, admission as a legal practitioner to the Supreme Court of NSW and a current practising certificate from the Law Society of NSW is essential.
  • Extensive experience providing legal counsel on complex infrastructure and construction projects, ideally in a health care setting and driving strategic legal and governance outcomes.
  • Strong knowledge of NSW public sector legal frameworks, including procurement, planning, environmental, and infrastructure regulations.
  • Expertise in contract and commercial law for infrastructure, construction, asset leasing, and procurement, ensuring risk mitigation and commercial viability.
  • Proven leadership in governance and risk management within large, multi-stakeholder infrastructure environments.

Applying for this role

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume and a brief cover letter including a short statement in response to the two target questions (1-2 pages)

  1. Describe a time when you provided strategic legal direction on a high-value, high-risk infrastructure or construction project. What was your approach to managing legal risk and ensuring commercial viability, and what was the outcome?
  2. Describe your experience leading dispute resolution or litigation strategies for infrastructure-related claims. What was the impact of your approach on the organisation and project outcomes?

For role related queries or questions contact Stefan Perkovic on

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact HI-

Closing Date: Sunday 26 October PM)

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Health Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation or disability. 

We know that flexibility works. It helps us develop effective, committed and high-performing teams and enables us all to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

  1. This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
  2. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
  3. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey Apply now

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