Commonwealth Lawyers

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About UsThe Proximity Legal Group is a go-to for Commonwealth legal teams requiring support on complex matters specializing in administrative, litigation, and commercial law.
As a team, we infuse passion and purpose into everything we do and have fun while doing it.
We take our commitment to clients, integrity, pro-bono work, knowledge sharing, and supporting each other very seriously.
Who We Are Looking ForWe're looking for people who live our values – people who are:
Tenacious: A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.Client-first: Relationships matter.
Listen, anticipate client needs.Team players: Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others.Adaptable: Work through ambiguity or uncertainty.Solution oriented: Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.Minimum 5 years' public law, litigation or commercial law experience working within or for the Commonwealth.Ability and desire to share your knowledge and develop others.Restricted (minimum) practising certificate.Working in Commonwealth Departments often requires an Australian Security Clearance, which is desirable, or you have the ability to obtain one.
The Proximity DifferenceWe believe work should be a positive part of your life.
It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure.
We focus on cultivating a genuinely caring and collaborative workplace.
By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:
Health and Wellbeing, and Professional Development allowances: We support your wellbeing and continued learning.The chance to give back: Work with Proximity's not-for-profit partners.A flexible working environment for work/life balance: Make the hours work for you and your team.Clear career progression pathways.Security Clearances and Practising Certificates.Working with ProximityProximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal, and commercial services to government entities and large organizations.
We collaborate with our clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes.
We are committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel valued and accepted.
Does This Sound Like the Right Organisation for You?To learn more about us, view our website Proximity.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a lawyer?How many years' experience do you have in corporate & commercial law?Do you hold Australian Security Clearance? #J-18808-Ljbffr