We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lawyer to join our legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your advocacy and litigation skills while contributing to meaningful regulatory work that supports the building and construction industry in Queensland. You will enjoy a flexible working environment with excellent employment conditions. We offer competitive salary packages and generous superannuation.

Job details

About QBCC

As Queensland's independent building and construction regulator, we play a critical role in protecting people, supporting industry and building trust in a system that touches every part of our community, from safe homes and liveable communities to jobs and economic security.

We support a $69 billion industry by protecting consumers, ensuring the industry is well supported, providing a safety net through the Home Warranty Scheme, and proactively delivering education.  A thriving building and construction industry benefits us all. But it only works when people feel informed, enabled and protected. That's where we come in.

We support industry, protect consumers and uphold standards. We make fair and transparent decisions, deliver services that build trust, and support a strong, sustainable industry.

 About the role

You will deliver high quality advocacy services in administrative review  and disciplinary proceedings in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, judicial review and other proceedings in the Supreme Court, and appellant proceedings in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Appeals Tribunal and the Court of Appeal.

You will deliver specialist legal advice by undertaking research and analysis of relevant legislation and policy, identifying appropriate legal strategies, and providing high-quality service to both QBCC staff and external stakeholders.

Conduct litigation on behalf of QBCC, including managing a caseload, developing litigation strategies and recommendations, and preparing complex or sensitive legal documents such as statements of reasons, applications, witness statements, briefs, submissions, and correspondence.

About you  

You will bring demonstrated experience in conducting litigation, including appearing as an advocate before courts and tribunals, with a strong ability to apply contemporary legal principles and practices to litigation proceedings.

You will communicate effectively, drawing on well-developed negotiation and mediation skills, and work collaboratively within a team to achieve performance outcomes. A customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach is essential, along with the ability to consistently deliver high-quality legal services in a professional and responsive manner.

  How to apply

Please ensure you read the attached position description, then submit your resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills, knowledge and experience complement this role. This should not be a repeat of your resume.

It is your opportunity to tell us how you meet the required competencies, key outcomes/accountabilities and any specific role requirements

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date of this vacancy and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the QBCC. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• PD - PO3 Lawyer (PDF, 770KB)
  Role Description
  
  QBCC Information for Applicants - May 2026 (PDF, 1.29MB)
  Application Kit