Are you an experienced lawyer looking to apply your technical expertise in a meaningful, purpose driven public sector environment? Queensland Public Trustee (QPT) is seeking a Senior Lawyer to join our Customer Legal Services division in Brisbane. In this role, you will deliver high quality legal advice and representation across complex and often sensitive matters, supporting Queenslanders during critical life stages.

Job details

You will manage a diverse caseload, including complex litigation, and represent QPT before Courts and Tribunals. The role involves direct engagement with customers, external legal practitioners and stakeholders, and offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team operating to high professional and public sector standards.

This is a permanent full‑time or part‑time position based in Brisbane, offering professional development opportunities and the chance to make a genuine difference through your legal work. Please indicate your preferred employment arrangement (full‑time or part‑time) in your cover letter. If applying part‑time, include your preferred hours and working days.

Why join QPT?

• Purpose‑driven legal work – Deliver legal services that protect the rights, interests and wishes of some of Queensland's most vulnerable people.
• Complex and engaging matters – Work across litigation and advisory matters in areas such as succession law, property law, equity and trusts, and elder/disability law.
• Professional support and development – Access high‑quality legal resources, mentoring from experienced lawyers, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Public sector career – Enjoy a stable, permanent role with flexible working arrangements, career pathways and competitive employment conditions.

About you

You are a technically capable and client‑focused lawyer who produces high‑quality work and enjoys managing complex legal matters in a collaborative environment.

You'll succeed in this role if you bring:

• Demonstrated experience in challenging and complex litigation, including probate, succession and disability or financial administration matters.
• Experience working in a legal practice managing a higher volume of matters with direct client contact.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including high‑quality legal drafting.
• Sound professional judgement, integrity and a commitment to ethical practice.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a practical, solutions‑focused approach.
• The ability to build effective relationships with customers, colleagues and external stakeholders.

Mandatory requirements

• A degree in Law (or equivalent).
• Admission, or eligibility for immediate admission, as a legal practitioner in Queensland.
• Eligibility to hold a current practising certificate and to be entered on the High Court Register of Practitioners.

Interested in applying?

Please provide the following information in your application:

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) telling us what you will bring to the role and your motivation for applying.
• Your current CV or resume (maximum three pages is recommended), including any mandatory and/or other requirements.
• Details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current or immediate past supervisor.

Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by QPT. Prospective employees will be required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.

QPT is a value for money independent state trustee service dedicated to advancing and safeguarding the rights, interests and wishes of Queenslanders in need of financial management, trust and estate planning and administration support. We have been looking after Queenslanders and their families since 1916.

Further information

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

Documents

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

• PO4 - Senior Lawyer, Customer Legal Services (PDF, 319KB)
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