Lawyer

We have a vacancy for a dynamic and experienced Lawyer to join our Governance and Legal team on a fixed term basis for 12 months maternity leave cover.

• Full time, Fixed Term (12 month Parental Leave cover)
• Salary from $115,631 to $123,253 per annum, plus superannuation
• Support a dynamic, innovative and expanding in-house legal team in one of Australia's fastest growing local governments

About the City of Wanneroo

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us

About the position

This position presents a unique opportunity to work autonomously in an in-house, high performing team that promises to put your technical legal skills to use. The position reports to the Executive Manager of Governance and Legal (within the Office of the CEO directorate), and works closely with other business specialists in Governance, Risk and Assurance. This position is supported by a Legal Support Officer.

The environment strives for best practice in all transactions and has a genuine philosophy and commitment for continuous improvement. The work is multifaceted and thus this role requires a strong technical operator as well as someone who can quickly build rapport across a large stakeholder base.

The key functions of the Legal Services team are to:

• provide practical, timely and accessible legal advice to the organisation;
• prepare and review critical legal documentation;
• support officer empowerment and development through training and resource production on legislative and compliance issues;
• manage the external Legal Services Panel, including the coordination of legal advice and the preparation of briefs; and
• identifying and accordingly briefing Executive Officers and/or the CEO on strategic legal issues and risks.

About you

For this position, we would like to hear from applicants with at least three years' post qualification experience. The work-load and typography is diverse, and whilst experience in planning, property, and/or contracts/procurement would be beneficial, the applicant really needs to be capable of being a generalist who can interpret and apply legislation and quickly upskill in the regulatory requirements of local government.

Experience gained within a government or a regulatory context will be viewed favourably, but is not critical.

To be considered, you must have:

• a demonstrated capacity in efficiently managing matters and your own work load and work flow
• an ability to analyse issues and make sound recommendations, and a firm but accessible approach which allows your advice to be disseminated by all levels of the organisation.
• an understanding of the legislative framework applicable to local government.
• must be admitted as a solicitor or barrister of the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory and must hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practising certificate.

The ideal candidate will be dynamic, robust and have a character orientated around solutions. You will be someone who is commercial, hardworking and above all accountable.

Why work for the City of Wanneroo

The City offers a range of employment benefits including:

• generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• five weeks' annual leave (for salaried officers, excluding casual employees and pro-rata for part time employees);
• free on-site parking;
• a work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);
• up to 12 weeks' paid parental leave;
• purchase leave (subject to operational requirements);
• professional development opportunities; and
• an inclusive, welcoming office environment.

To find out more about our benefits, click here

Interested?

If this position sounds like your next career step - and you're keen to spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you're passionate about - then apply now. We look forward to receiving your application. 

Reference Number: 19562

Close date: Monday, 10 June 2024 (9:00pm AWST)

Position Description:  Lawyer - Position Description - May 2024.pdf

**Please note - Applications are considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a successful candidate has been identified. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Vicki Coles, Executive Manager Governance & Legal on 9405 5410

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.