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SENIOR SOLICITOR - MAJOR PROJECTS AND CONSTRUCTION Corporate & Commercial Law (Legal)
Government - Local (Government & Defence)
Full time
$139,957.00 to $151,454.00 + 14% super + benefits
Personnel Area: City Admin and Governance
Branch: City Legal
Salary Range: (Band 8) AUD $139,957.00 to $151,454.00 per annum + 14% superannuation + 17.5% leave loading + benefits (Up to $174,981.80 per annum total package)
(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions) Work type: Permanent full-time
We are transforming Brisbane into a vibrant utopia through multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, including:
Victoria ParkQueens WharfIndooroopilly Roundabout upgradeGreen BridgesExperience the dynamic lifestyle of Brisbane, a city that champions opportunity, innovation, and sustainability.
Brisbane City Council, Australia's largest local government by population, manages over $34 billion in assets and a $4 billion annual budget.
We are dedicated to creating a modern, liveable city through collaboration with stakeholders to drive growth and prosperity.
Join our team of professionals committed to making Brisbane a source of pride for residents, a hub for thriving businesses, and a world-class destination for events like the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
City Legal, the specialist legal service for Brisbane City Council, provides cost-effective solutions supporting Council's core business and major projects.
This role in the Corporate Governance and Commercial team reports to the Senior Legal Counsel, focusing on drafting contracts and providing commercial advice for both daily operations and large-scale infrastructure projects.
As a Senior Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to showcase your knowledge and experience in the following areas:
offer specialist legal advice and negotiate with external stakeholdersadvise on commercial, large-scale construction contracts and arrangementsdraft and advise on complex procurement contractsmaintain a knowledge of contemporary professional literature and case lawdevelop strategy, advise on procurement, and manage risk for major projectssupport daily operations and transformative projects leading up to Brisbane 2032lead by example in customer focus, collaborating across council to resolve issuespartner with senior legal counsel and set performance standardsdeliver timely, professional legal services in clear, easy-to-understand languageengage with senior Council and State Government representativesexercise independent judgment with broad guidance from Senior Legal Counselmentor and guide staffperform other duties as assigned by Chief Legal Counsel or Business Services Manager.To be considered, you must be admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland and hold a current Practising Certificate from the Queensland Law Society.
This role will require a criminal history check.
Please consider the full position description, and tailor your cover letter and resume to outline your suitability.
Benefits of working for Council include: flexible working hours, and flexible arrangementsHow to apply: Click on the 'I'm interested' button to complete your online application.
Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.
For more information: Please call Nicola Martufi, Talent Partner on 07 3178 8837 .
People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 8 September 2024 at 11:55pm AEST
Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe.
Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.
Brisbane City Council is one of the largest local governments in the Asia-Pacific region and one of the biggest employers in Queensland.
We have close to 400 job types across a broad range of service areas, with roles that serve our community.
Council employs an inclusive and diverse workforce, with great benefits and flexible work options.
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