The Cabinet Office
Director, Legal
You. At the centre of big ideas.
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We’re looking for experienced legal professionals to bring their expertise to our collaborative and dynamic legal team.
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Join the senior leadership team providing expert advice on a range of complex legal and policy issues.
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Three Senior Executive Band 1 opportunities (2x ongoing and 1x temporary opportunity up to 30 June 202 based in Martin Place, Sydney.
About the Roles
We currently have two, ongoing Director, Legal opportunities leading two teams in the Legal Branch of The Cabinet Office – the Elections, Inquires and Constitutional Law Team and the Integrity, Accountability and Parliament Team.
In the same branch, we also have one temporary Director, Legal, opportunity to lead the Royal Commission (Antisemitism and Social Cohesion) Team for a period up to 30 June 2027.
The Director, Legal is a senior leadership role reporting to the Executive Director, Legal, providing authoritative legal advice on complex, high-profile matters. You will lead the delivery of strategic legal advice on legislative proposals, policy issues and matters progressing to Cabinet and its committees, ensuring high-quality, timely and well-informed decision-making at the centre of government.
This role plays a critical part in shaping the Government’s forward agenda. You will drive innovative policy and legislative reform, address complex and sensitive issues across portfolios and coordinate efforts to deliver key Government priorities. Legal expertise will be highly valued, particularly in relation to government integrity, parliamentary processes, elections, inquiries and constitutional and administrative law.
You will join the Legal Branch in the Office of General Counsel, The Cabinet Office. To learn more about the roles please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For:
- Legal Expertise & Judgement: A seasoned legal professional with the ability to exercise sound judgement across complex legal, legislative and policy issues, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, integrity and accountability. Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the Supreme Court of NSW is essential, together with strong organisational capability and the ability to deliver in high-pressure, high-volume environments.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Focus: Proven ability to deliver responsive, high-quality services to senior stakeholders, navigating sensitive and high-profile matters with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement.
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Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex issues into clear, concise and authoritative advice within tight timeframes.
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Collaboration, Influence & Leadership: A credible and collaborative leader with demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate and build trusted relationships across government. You will lead teams and workstreams, manage risk and deliver outcomes in complex and dynamic environments.
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Adaptability & Drive: Demonstrates agility, resilience and a strong drive for results, with the ability to respond effectively in fast-paced, evolving and often ambiguous environments.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
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Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
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Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
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Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
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A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Monday, 15 June 2026 (9:59 AM)
Salary: Senior Executive Band 1. Total remuneration package will be negotiated upon offer.
Recruitment Contact: Hayley Jamieson, A/Executive Officer and Practice Manager at
[email protected] for further information about the roles and recruitment process.
About The Cabinet Office
Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government
The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at The Cabinet Office.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Cabinet Office acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Additional Information
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at
[email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.
