Job Description
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The Chance
n We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Legal Officer to provide in-house legal services across a broad range of Council operations. This role will focus on contracts, procurement, governance, compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution while partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.
n Reporting to the Deputy General Manager & CFO, you will provide timely and practical legal advice, draft and negotiate agreements, support compliance initiatives, and contribute to strengthening Council's legal and governance framework.
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Key Responsibilities
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Provide clear, practical legal advice across Council operations.
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Draft, review and negotiate contracts, deeds and procurement documentation.
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Support procurement and contract governance activities.
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Identify and manage legal, commercial and compliance risks.
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Assist with dispute resolution and risk mitigation strategies.
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Review policies and procedures to ensure legislative compliance.
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Develop and maintain contract templates and legal documentation.
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Deliver legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
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Liaise with external solicitors, contractors, suppliers and government agencies.
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About You
n To be successful, you will have:
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A Law degree and eligibility for admission as a lawyer in New South Wales.
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Experience in legal practice, commercial law, contracts, procurement, governance or compliance.
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Strong contract drafting, review and negotiation skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to explain complex legal matters in plain English.
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Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
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High attention to detail and sound professional judgement.
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A proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach.
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Highly Regarded
n Experience or exposure to:
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Government or local government environments.
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Procurement and tendering legislation.
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Commercial and property transactions.
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Construction, ICT or waste management contracts.
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Planning, environmental, privacy, information access or intellectual property law.
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at diversity-and-inclusion
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📌 Legal Officer - Procurement & City Finances (Sydney)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 Sydney