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Commonwealth Lawyers
Proximity provides a unique opportunity of doing interesting public sector work under a commercial arrangement that provides support, development, and care.
The Proximity Legal Group is a go-to for Commonwealth legal teams requiring support on complex matters specialising in administrative, litigation, and commercial law. As a team, we infuse passion and purpose into everything we do and have fun while doing it. There are however a few things we take super seriously – our commitment to clients, integrity, pro-bono work, being genuine, generously sharing our knowledge and insights, supporting each other, and giving our lawyers influence in the work they do. We also know that variety is the spice of life.
As a Proximity team member, your role is that of a trusted sidekick – helping our clients' teams succeed by embracing the complexity and sensitivity of commonwealth law issues and knowing how to be helpful in the context of the APS environment.
Culture matters
We're looking for someone who fits and lives our values – someone who is:
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.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
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 and is therefore desirable, or you have the ability to obtain one.
The Proximity difference
We 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:
We care – your Health and Wellbeing and Professional Development is supported
Give back – opportunities to work with Proximity's NFP partners Menslink, Fearless Women, Inclusive Australia, The Farm in Galong, The Women's Legal Centre and Tjillari Justice Aboriginal Corporation
Make work work – make the hours work for you and your team
Promotion pathways – build your career with us
Security Clearances and Practising Certificates
Belong – be part of the amazing Proximity team
Or you may choose to work more flexibly. Our Proximity Lite employment arrangements support you to focus on applying your incredible technical skills and expertise with clients.
Working with Proximity
Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. We collaborate with our clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, we equip our people with the confidence and knowledge to find the 'right fit' solution for our clients' needs.
We're committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold Approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.
Does this sound like the right organisation for you?
If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian, Senior Manager- People: ******
Learn more about Proximity today https://proximity.com.au/
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