Overview

- Lead high-impact investigations into qualified conduct matters
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment with a focus on public protection and ethical practice.
- Mentor and develop a skilled legal team while managing complex, high-profile cases.

About your new employer:

- A respected statutory and regulatory body committed to maintaining professional standards
- Diverse, collaborative environment working across investigations, litigation, licensing, and professional support functions.
- Offers a strong commitment to public protection, ethical practice, and the administration of justice.

About the role

- Lead and mentor a small team of investigators managing complaints
- Provide guidance to team members on complaint pathways, case management, and the preparation of high-quality reports.
- Manage team resources, conduct performance reviews,



and drive best practice in professional conduct investigations.
- Ensure timely and accurate analysis of complaints, balancing fairness to complainants and solicitors.

The ideal candidate

- Admitted Solicitor with 7+ years PQE, ideally with strong experience in investigations, regulatory law, or professional conduct matters.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a legal team, with a collaborative and hands‑on management style.
- Skilled in evidence gathering, legal analysis, and report preparation for high-level committees or tribunals.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a focus on precision and integrity.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and sensitive matters.

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📌 Senior Legal Counsel: Investigations (City of Sydney)
🏢 Naiman Clarke
📍 City of Sydney