Job Description
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The Opportunity
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An outstanding opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Associate to join a highly regarded public law practice advising on some of Australia's most significant government procurement, probity and governance matters.
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Based in Canberra, with flexibility for the right candidate in Melbourne, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior government stakeholders on high-profile procurement programs, grant initiatives and broader public sector governance issues. It is an ideal chance for a lawyer who enjoys providing strategic, practical advice while building long-term client relationships and mentoring junior lawyers.
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The Role
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You will work across a diverse portfolio of advisory matters involving Commonwealth agencies and public sector organisations, providing commercially focused advice on complex procurement and governance issues.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Advising on Commonwealth procurement and grants processes
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Providing strategic probity advice across major government projects
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Assisting clients with governance, integrity and decision-making frameworks
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Interpreting legislation and preparing high-quality legal advice
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Supporting agencies through complex procurement and contracting processes
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Building trusted relationships with senior government stakeholders
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Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team
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Managing matters from instruction through to completion while maintaining exceptional client service
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About You
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You are an experienced public law practitioner with approximately five or more years' post-admission experience and a genuine interest in advising government clients on complex and strategically important matters.
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You will also bring:
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Experience advising on public law, commercial law, administrative law, government contracting or procurement matters
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Strong drafting, statutory interpretation and analytical skills
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The ability to provide practical, solutions-focused legal advice
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
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Experience managing client relationships and running matters with a high degree of autonomy
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A collaborative approach and an interest in mentoring more junior members of the team
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Experience advising Commonwealth agencies or other government bodies will be highly regarded but is not essential.
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The Firm
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This opportunity sits within a respected national commercial law firm recognised for its strength in public sector advisory work and longstanding relationships with government clients across Australia.
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The team advises on complex, high-value projects that shape public policy, procurement and governance outcomes. Lawyers are encouraged to work closely with clients, develop specialist expertise and progress their careers within a collaborative environment that values technical excellence, teamwork and professional development.
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Interested?
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For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to explore how it compares with the broader market, please contact Ben at .
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