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Senior Lawyer (Corporate Legal Services)
Brisbane
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced legal professional to take on a position delivering high-quality corporate legal services to an organisation that helps vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. As the senior lawyer in Legal Aid Queensland’s (LAQ) Corporate Legal Services team you will provide advice to Legal Aid Queensland on contract law, administrative law, legislation and policies.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | PO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/691771 |
| Closing date | 11-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 31 December 2026 |
| Contact person | Robyn Wilkinson |
| Contact details | robyn.wilkinson@legalaid.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
About us
Our vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
About the role
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced legal professional to take on a position delivering high-quality corporate legal services to an organisation that helps vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders.
As the senior lawyer in Legal Aid Queensland's (LAQ) Corporate Legal Services team you will provide advice to Legal Aid Queensland on contract law, administrative law, legislation and policies.
In this role you will:
- Provide of advice on contracts including drafting contracts and amendments.
- Assist in commercial and legal aspects of contract development and management, including agreements with suppliers of legal services, leases and major contractors.
- Provide assistance to the Chief Executive Officer and the executive on legal issues as required.
- Undertake other activities associated with Corporate Law Services team's deliverables and initiatives.
- Contribute to improvements to the policies and procedures associated with Legal Aid Queensland programs and initiatives.
Working for Legal Aid Queensland
We're committed to looking after you – professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.
We offer:
- 36.25 hour full-time working week
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous salary packaging - up to $30,000 FBT exempt which includes your taxable income tax and increases your take home pay
- Novated leasing options
- Annual rewards and recognition
- Commitment to cultural safety
- Free confidential counselling sessions for you and your immediate family
See the attached LAQ Employee Benefits to see more benefits.
To apply please provide:
- a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the Success criteria (Knowledge, skills and experience), in line with the “Key responsibilities”;
- your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications; and
- the names and contact details of two referees.
Closes 11:59pm, Sunday 28 June 2026
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.
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Position Description - PO5 Senior Lawyer (Corporate Legal Services) (PDF, 468KB)
Role Description
LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
Application Kit
Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
Application Kit
