An opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Lawyer to join the Legal Services Unit, delivering trusted, independent and strategic legal advice across a diverse range of contractual and commercial matters within Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification PO5
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV693413
Closing date 11-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Jennifer Grant
Contact details (07) 4433 4879
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About the opportunity

To assist in ensuring the provision of an effective legal service to Townsville Hospital and Health Service making the best use of external and internal legal services, and to fulfil the role of a Departmental / Health Service legal adviser in a complex portfolio.

PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent full-time role.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment, supporting high-quality service delivery across a large regional network. As a leading tertiary provider, we foster innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous professional development. We operate 21 facilities: 19 hospitals and health centres and two residential aged care homes. More than 6,600 staff work across our facilities, which is about one in every 17 working people, making us members of the communities we serve.

Employees benefit from solid career development opportunities, including access to training, education and progression pathways, supported by partnerships with leading institutions.

Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, combined with the lifestyle advantages of North Queensland — including short commutes, affordable living and access to both urban and coastal communities. Flexible work options and a strong focus on employee wellbeing support a balanced and rewarding career.





The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:

- Demonstrated ability to undertake high level contractual drafting.
- Demonstrated ability to provide high level legal advice on a wide range of commercial matters and the capacity to apply that advice to the health portfolio, particularly in the areas of health, medical research, employment, joint appointments, funding agreements and lease arrangements.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively consult and communicate with clients, including highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical behaviour.

Role requirements

- Possess a degree in Law and admission or eligibility for immediate admission to practice as a solicitor or barrister in the Supreme Court of Queensland and enrolment or eligibility for enrolment, to practice in the High Court of Australia.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

- Salary range: $5531.600-$5936.50 p.f. (PO5)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Locality allowance
- Plus

options may be available

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Enquiries are welcome: Jennifer Grant on (07) 4433 4879

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Applications close: Sunday, 11 October 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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