At a Glance

Work type: 35hrs per week | Hybrid
Salary: From $160,067.79+ 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing date: 9pm, Tuesday 6 October 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Solicitor to join our Legal Services team. In this key role, you will advise Council officers on commercial and procurement matters and be a trusted legal advisor to our Chief Property and Assets Officer.

You will provide high-level, strategic legal advice and support to the CEO and Council, navigating complex legal challenges across a range of disciplines, including in the property, privacy, public access and commercial spaces. Proven experience in property law, including advising on leases, licences, easements, covenants and other property-related transactions, is highly desirable.

In this role, you will:

- Advise on property matters including, leasing, licensing, granting estates, and land acquisitions and disposals, for the Chief Property and Assets Officer and team.
- Provide guidance on Council’s powers and responsibilities regarding public land.
- Advise on standard contracts, negotiate departures, and ensure compliance with Council policies.
- Deliver expert advice on government law, privacy, public access, and other relevant legislation.
- Manage negotiations and settlements with contractors and third parties to mitigate legal risks and protect Council interests.

What’s on offer

We are offering a permanent full-time position,



with a competitive remuneration package from $160,067.79 plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

- Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
- Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
- Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
- Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
- Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

The successful candidate is someone who brings:

- Demonstrated experience in providing legal services, preferably in-house.
- Strong knowledge of and experience in property law, contract and/or commercial law. Experience in local government or planning is desirable.
- Proven experience in property law, including advising on leases, licences, easements, covenants and other property-related transactions (highly desired)
- Demonstrated ability to reason conceptually, negotiate effectively and to resolve complex problems and high priority issues.
- Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and lead in a professional workplace.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:

- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent postgraduate qualification, and minimum of 6+ years post-qualification experience (PQE) in a senior legal role
- Current NSW Practising Certificate.





Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact the Recruitment Team via ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Tuesday 6 October 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

- Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description.

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

- Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

📌 Senior Solicitor (Parramatta)
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