Lawyer Government & Administrative Law

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

An opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer with 1-3 years PQE tojoin our leading Government & Administrative Law practice inPerth. The team act for a range of Commonwealth Departments andAgencies primarily in public law litigation. Whilst the main focusis on disability and insurance access and planning matters underthe National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) the work alsoincludes Commonwealth employee compensation matters. Working underthe guidance of supportive Partners both of whom have a passionfor training and mentorship this hands-on role will see youpreparing for and attending conferences and conciliations in theAdministrative Review Tribunal making this an invaluableopportunity to develop your skills knowledge and experience.

About you

To be successful in this role you will be an admitted Lawyerwith up to 3 years PQE. The work requires attention to detailpractical problem solving skills and the ability to thinkstrategically. While general litigation experience will be highlyregarded it is your passion and enthusiasm for the law and yourgenuine interest in developing in the public law space that willsee you succeed in this role. Our clients are at the centre ofeverything we do so your commitment to excellent customer serviceas well as your strong communication skills will be valued.

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.