In-Demand Nsw government solicitor Jobs in New South Wales

Associate Solicitor
City of Parramatta Council —Parramatta NSW
- $138,124.81 - $152,133.01 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
4d
NSW Government Graduate Program - Legal Stream
Premier's Department —Sydney NSW
- $87,199 a year
- Full-time
12d
Financial Accountant
Crown Solicitor's Office —Sydney NSW
- $99,938 - $110,271 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Budgeting
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
Financial Accountant
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Sydney NSW
- $99,938 - $110,271 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Budgeting
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
Junior Lawyer
Hindsight Legal Advisers —Gregory Hills NSW
- Organisational skills
- Financial services
- Communication skills
Solicitor for Public Prosecutions
Director of Public Prosecutions, Office of the —Sydney NSW
- $356,160 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
14d
Senior Legal Officer
The Cabinet Office —Sydney NSW
- $129,464 - $142,665 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance program
EPA Board Member
Environment Protection Authority —Sydney Western Suburbs NSW
- $60,000 - $69,999 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
5d
Senior Solicitor
Woollahra Municipal Council —Double Bay NSW
- Up to $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Parental leave
3d
Senior Litigation Officer
Department of Customer Service —Newcastle NSW
- $129,464 - $142,665 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
12d
Senior Lawyer
NSW Crime Commission —Sydney NSW
- $154,403 - $157,430 a year
- Full-time
14d
Assistant Senior Solicitor
Treasury —Sydney NSW
- $113,574 - $125,720 a year
- Full-time
- Parental leave
3d
Principal Lawyer
Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW —Sydney NSW
- $148,961 - $158,157 a year
- Full-time
Senior Workplace Services Manager
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Sydney NSW
- $133,348 - $146,945 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- No degree
- On-the-job training
- Employee assistance program
3d
Senior Workplace Services Manager
Crown Solicitor's Office —Sydney NSW
- $129,464 - $146,945 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- No degree
- On-the-job training
- Employee assistance program
3d
Principal Lawyer (Litigation)
Department of Customer Service —Sydney NSW
- $149,739 - $173,174 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
13d
Senior Solicitor - LO5 - Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Parramatta NSW
- $154,403 - $157,430 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
3d

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Associate Solicitor

City of Parramatta Council -
Parramatta NSW

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time | Casual | Contract
$138,124.81 - $152,133.01 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Insurance services

Qualifications

Law
Bachelor's degree
Legal drafting
Recruiting

Full Job Description

At a Glance

Work type: 35 hrs per week
Salary: $138,124.81 to $152,133.01 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Closing date: 9pm, Thursday 9 July 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

This position is responsible for providing assistance to the wider Legal Team to work through critical legal issues for the Chief Executive Officer and Council under the direct supervision of the Principal Solicitor.

In this role you will:

Assist with a variety of legal matters, including advising, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms of various statutory and commercial contracts, covenants, deeds and agreements in relation to Council contracts, leases and licenses and other associated works.
Provide legal advice under supervision and support relating to government information, public access, privacy, and other relevant legislative materials.
Draft briefing notes, request for tenders for the provision of legal services and correspondence for Council officers on behalf of the Legal Team.
Prepare correspondences and emails under the direction of the Principal Solicitor.
Assist with legal research relating to property, planning, enforcement, and administrative law.

What’s on offer

We are offering a permanent full time opportunity with a competitive remuneration package from $138,124.81 to $152,133.01 plus 12% superannuation .

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

The successful candidate is someone who has previous experience in providing in-house legal services.

Preferable experience in local government.
Sound understanding of planning law, property law, contract and/or commercial law.
Understanding of the legislative, operational, and political structure of local governments

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:

Qualifications/Licences:

Bachelor of Laws or Post graduate equivalent

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work.

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description .

For a confidential discussion, please contact Esther Nelson via email [email protected]

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Thursday 9 July 2026 . Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

Optional: Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol ‑ free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

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