Department: Legal
Department/Agency: NSW Reconstruction Authority
Location:
Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
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Req ID: 85603
1x Ongoing role and 1x Temporary role up to December 2027
Based in Parramatta/Sydney CBD with flexible work arrangement options
Senior Legal Officer 4/5, Salary relative to experience (148,380 - $162,153)
We are seeking a highly motivated lawyer to join a collaborative and high performing in house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to projects and programs that directly impact communities who are recovering from disasters or need help preparing for future disasters.
You will work closely with stakeholders to manage legal risks, negotiate complex agreements, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
This role offers autonomy and the opportunity to influence strategic outcomes while sharing your expertise through training and knowledge transfer initiatives.
About You
You are a motivated and detail-oriented professional who can:
Provide clear, accurate, and solution-focused legal advice on complex matters.
Draft and review complex contracts, agreements, and briefing notes to achieve business objectives.
Assist with negotiations for high-value and complex commercial transactions.
Conduct research and analysis to resolve diverse legal, regulatory, and compliance issues.
Prioritise competing demands and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Share specialist knowledge through training and mentoring to build capability across the organisation.
Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to manage sensitive projects with professionalism.
Operate with a high level of autonomy and accountability for decision-making and workload management.
You will have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, enthusiasm, and a commitment to providing high quality advice and services.
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated extensive knowledge and/or experience in one or more of the following areas:
Administrative law
Planning law
Property law
Commercial law
Complex grants arrangements
Structuring complex transactions
Three years minimum post admission experience is preferable.
Essential Requirements
Eligible to hold a current practising certificate in NSW
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Legal Officer
About the NSW Reconstruction Authority
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier’s Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. We also offer:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If you are excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 4pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026
Should you require further information about the role please contact Bianca Fernandes, Director Legal at
[email protected].
Our Commitment
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.
Looking for more information or assistance with applying?
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via
[email protected] or 0409 382 621 and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months.
