Lawyer / Associate – Government and Administrative Law (2+ years PQE)

About us

Were passionate about what we do and want you to betoo.

Moray & Agnew is one of Australias leading law firmswith an unrivalled reputation in our markets. Were proudthat our partners and our legal expertise is consistentlyrecognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific Legal 500 Asia-Pacific BestLawyers and Doyles Guide.

With over 110 partners our teams are organised into threestrategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:

• Insurance including commercial classes such as financial lines professional indemnity public & product liability life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
• Commercial & Workplace spanning corporate and commercial construction and projects property and environment commercial dispute resolution insolvency owners corporation and workplace law
• Government spanning local state and federal government

Our clients include Australian and international insurers andreinsurers corporates of all sizes and federal state and localgovernment.

Nationally over 750 talented people deliver top-quality legaladvice and representation coupled with exceptional client serviceand support across our offices in Sydney Melbourne BrisbaneCanberra Newcastle Perth and Cairns.

Our partners are committed to fostering flexible inclusive anddiverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highestpercentage of female partners according to the AFR Law PartnershipSurvey July 2024.

We value technical excellence and collegiality offer a greatworkplace culture and excellent opportunities to further yourcareer whether you are just starting out are an experiencedlawyer or a business services professional.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Lawyer withat least 2 years post-admission experience to joinour Government and Administrative Law team in our Newcastle officeon a full-time basis.

Due to the continued rapid growth of our national CommonwealthGovernment practice we are looking for a capable and committedlawyer to strengthen our Newcastle-based team.

The role will primarily involve merits review work with astrong focus on NDIS access and planning matters under the NationalDisability Insurance Agency (NDIA) including regular appearancesin the Administrative Reviews Tribunal (ART). In addition the teamalso handles general insurance compensation claims on behalf ofinsurer and government clients.

You will be part of a supportive and friendly team environmentworking closely with an experienced Partner and Newcastle basedteam supported by our National Government practice play an integral role in progressing matters whilecontinuing to grow and refine your skills through ongoingmentoring.

The nature of the work requires strong attention to detailpractical problem-solving and strategic thinking. If yourelooking to take the next step in your legal career within acollaborative and inclusive team this is an excellentopportunity.

About you

To thrive in this position you will be:

• A qualified Lawyer or Associate with at least 2 years PQE preferably with experience in NDIS statutory schemes or tribunal advocacy.
• Genuinely interested in government administrative and regulatory law.
• Skilled in litigation negotiation and client communication.
• Motivated detail-oriented and able to manage deadlines and case requirements confidently.

Youll also bring:

• A strong sense of initiative and accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to engage empathetically and professionally with clients from a range of backgrounds.

A collaborative and positive approach to working within anational team.

Culture & benefits of working with us

We work for great clients and advise them on interesting issuesand matters so every day is different. We celebrate diversethinking and experiences so you can bring your authentic self tothe workplace. To support you we offer a wide range of wellbeingand financial benefits including:

• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
• Health and wellness initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family corporate discounts at 400 leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
• Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
• Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged engaged and encouraged to grow
• Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
• Diversity inclusion and equality policy and employee reference groups (LGBTQIA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Gender Parents & Caregivers Mature Workers and Health & Wellbeing) to ensure that we continue to live our values
• Dress for your day because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm.

How to apply

If this opportunity is attractive to you please submit yourcover letter and CV. If you are applying for a Paralegal LawGraduate or Lawyer role please also provide your academictranscript with your application.

We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply forthis position including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople neurodiverse people and people with disability. If you havequestions about the recruitment process or require any adjustmentsto participate please let us know in your application.

We prefer to connect with people directly and do not requirerecruitment agency assistance with this vacancy. Any applicationssubmitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed willnot be considered a valid introduction.