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Senior Legal Officer (State Government)

Sydney CBD, New South WalesFull-time$133k–$147k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-13
Hybrid

Core

Provide practical legal advice on administrative law, statutory interpretation, and the application of legislation in an operational environment for a NSW Government statutory organisation.

Role type

Senior Legal Officer (In-house)

Builds

Operational activities within the relevant legislative framework

Domain

Public Sector / Administrative Law

Required skills

Administrative law expertise, Statutory interpretation, Legal research, Legal drafting, Analytical skills

Preferred skills

Government/regulatory/statutory authority experience, Private practice advisory experience

Responsibilities

Provide advice on administrative law and statutory interpretation, Interpret legislation and advise stakeholders on application, Advise on statutory powers and obligations, Undertake legal research on complex issues, Prepare written advice and submissions, Work with senior lawyers and stakeholders