The RoleAn opportunity has become available for a Deputy General Counsel (Commercial Law) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.You willLead and manage the commercial law functions of the Office of the General Counsel, providing professional support, coaching and directionTriage and allocate incoming requests for legal advice in conjunction with the Deputy General Counsel (Health and Administrative Law)Lead in the development, design and implementation of legal strategies to manage instances of long-term and organisation wide effectsRepresent the organisation in governmental proceedings, by advocating and defending its interestsAbout youTo be successful in this position you will require:Tertiary degree in Law and eligibility for admission as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland or High Court of Australia or agreed equivalentDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for current employees (GCH will cover cost)BenefitsFlexible work optionsCareer DevelopmentSalary PackagingModern FacilitiesDiverse Work CultureResearch Opportunities12.75% super17.5% leave loadingSalaryTemporary full time (three months, with the possibility of extension)Base salary ranging from $5,986.60 - $6,334.60 per fortnightAbout usThe Office of the General Counsel (OGC) acts on behalf of GCHHS and provides legal advice and services to management and staff across a broad range of legal issues in a coordinated and cost-effective manner.



It serves as a resource for informed decision-making and creative problem-solving to facilitate the health service's pursuit in of its mission to be a leader in compassionate, sustainable, highly reliable healthcare.The OGC is situated within the Executive Division of Corporate Affairs. However, for the purpose of providing independent legal advice to GCHHS as a statutory corporation, upon instruction from stakeholders across the health service, the OGC is a discrete and independent functional unit.About Gold Coast HealthNationally and internationally recognised location for cutting-edge medical research and health careAnnual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billionMore than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsSecondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilitiesOpportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyleA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belongHow to ApplyClick APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 20 August 2026Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.Job Ad reference: GC Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Deputy General Counsel (Commercial Law) (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 City of Gold Coast