Posted: 06/08/2026

Closing Date: 21/08/2026

Job Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Location: Sydney,NSW

Job Category: Legal

Build a better future. Where NSW meets the world. The world’s always evolving and so are we.

We’re proud of our rich heritage and how far we’ve travelled to where we are today.

That journey continues.

To face the challenges of the future, we’re building a team that brings together truly diverse knowledge and skills. One that wins by combining deep industry expertise and connection, with fresh ideas and experience.

So, if you care about helping Australia and its people prosper…

If you’re a challenge seeker who loves variety and solving problems…

And if you want to help us shape our culture and our impact…

Well, this is the place. And now’s the time.

Your opportunity Join the Port Authority team as a Legal Counsel. Working closely with peers and stakeholders, this role is responsible providing legal services across the Port Authority of New South Wales portfolio.

The role is a 12-month maximum term contract opportunity based in Sydney reporting to the Deputy General Counsel.

Here’s How Your Impact Will Truly Count

- Provide high quality, timely and cost-effective legal services to achieve required outcomes.
- Identify and minimise legal risks in contracts, operational activities and claims and provide quality independent legal advice and explanation of legal issues.
- Negotiate, draft and review a broad range of commercial contracts, commercial property leases and licences, and appropriate procurement contracts (CAPEX,



OPEX and general corporate).
- Interpret legislation and instruments and provide considered advice and guidance, including on marine operations.
- Identify and implement legal compliance policies and training for the organisation, to promote awareness of the organisation’s legal rights and obligations and foster a culture of compliance.
- Manage and resolve major disputes with minimum impact to business, either through mediation or litigation.

Desired Skills And Experience What you’ll bring

- Tertiary qualifications in law or a related field
- Current legal practising certificate for NSW
- Experience practicing in property law, marine, government or general commercial law
- Proven experience providing legal advice in complex or contentious contractual matters
- Willingness to travel between locations within the portfolio

What matters most is that you’re a solid team player who doesn’t shy away from a challenge. You’ll also feel aligned with our values and reflect them in the incredible work you produce. Why join Port Authority of New South Wales? At Port Authority, you’ll find a unique opportunity to build a rich and impactful career,



in an organisation where the public interest meets commercial agility. You’ll be amazed by what you can experience and achieve here… and just how much it matters.

We think you’ll love the impact you can have with us, but don’t just take our word for it! You can meet our team and read their stories on our website.

You’ll Also Enjoy a Range Of Benefits Including

- Excellent salary packaging options.
- Ongoing support through our Care and Wellbeing Program.
- Rewards for your hard work through service awards and recognition.
- Heavily discounted gym memberships.
- Free annual flu vaccinations.
- Study assistance.
- Professional memberships.

Discover a career in the unexpected We’re looking forward to hearing from you. Please ensure you include a cover letter and resume with your application. Applications close COB 31 August 2026 Port Authority of New South Wales is committed to diversity and social inclusion. We actively encourage people of all abilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent to apply.

- This role is open to Australian Citizens or Australian Permanent Residents only.
- Applicants will be required to complete a variety of background checks, including police checks, medicals, and qualification checks in order to be successful.

Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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📌 Legal Counsel (Sydney)
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