Lawyer Public Sector (2-5 PQE)

Brisbane - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a remarkable Lawyer to join our high performing Public Sector Brisbane team.

This role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to:

Join a tier-one ranked Public Sector practice
Contribute to a successful and impactful team who are market recognised
Work with a variety of clients and gain exposure to some of the most significant projects in Queensland

The role

Working with our market leading Public Sector Partner Majella Pollard you will have the opportunity to work on some of the nations most complex and transformational major government projects. This high performing practice is responsible for advising a broad range of public sector clients from local governments to State government departments and government owned corporations. The client base is broad and varied across different levels each with a unique opportunity to provide considered solutions.

You will be involved in providing advice to government agencies on a variety of project planning and acquisition matters as well as undertaking Land Court litigation. This role will see you working with experts in valuation town planning hydrology forensic accounting economic need quantity surveying and engineering. You will also play a significant part in advising at the pre-construction strategy stage for significant infrastructure projects. Working with experts in different fields offers the unique opportunity to expand your breadth of knowledge and expertise into new areas and widen your industry network.

If you enjoy working collaboratively and gaining exposure to other practice groups this role provides the opportunity in abundance.

This role is a full time or part-time opportunity we are open to discussing a part-time arrangement that suits your working preferences.

Key responsibilities

Undertake advisory work draft short form agreements related to land and draft court documents
Liaise with clients experts and counsel
Brief and liaise with counsel
Collaborate with other practice groups including Real Estate Construction and Environment & Sustainable Development
Attend at mediations court hearings and reviews

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role you will have:

At least one year post admission experience.
Experience in planning infrastructure development or acquisition in a private practice or in-house environment (litigation property and/or government experience would be advantageous).
Superior written and verbal expression skills and an aptitude for reshaping and expressing complex concepts concisely.
A naturally collegiate mindset and positive and enthusiastic attitude which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative working.

The Public Sector team

Our national Public Sector group is widely regarded to be the premier private government practice in Australia and has a wealth of industry-leading practitioners. Our Public Sector team advises a wide range of government agencies on some of their most complex and sensitive programs from project inception through to contract management. We use our skills to solve complex legal problems assist with the development and implementation of program strategy and inform policy development. For further information on our national Public Sector team please visit our website.

Clayton Utzs Brisbane office

In Clayton Utzs Brisbane office you will discover a dynamic supportive and diverse team which balances high performance with a down-to-earth and pragmatic approach to work and life.

Were looking for individuals who will thrive under our spirit of independence. Dynamic personalities who can collaborate innovate and strive for success within our collegiate return we will work to help build the career youve always wanted. Are you up for the challenge

Go on challenge your expectations.

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How to Apply

We prefer to work directly with candidates if you are interested in this role please click the Apply button or contact the consultant details below for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Jade Evans (02)

Accessibility and Inclusion

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Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.

We are seeking a remarkable Lawyer to join our high performing Public Sector Brisbane team.This role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to:Join a tier-one ranked Public Sector practiceContribute to a successful and impactful team who are market recognisedWork with a variety of cl...