• 1x ongoing full-time and 1x temporary part-time 2 days per week up to January 2024
• Sydney, CBD location with flexible and remote working options available.
• Legal Officer Grade I-III. Base salary ranges from $71,202 to $120,693 plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

About us

NSW Trustee & Guardian protects, promotes and supports the rights, dignity, choices and wishes of the people of NSW. The agency supports the Chief Executive Officer and the Public Guardian to provide customer-centred services to the people of NSW, including some of the state’s most vulnerable. We do this by providing a range of multidisciplinary services including Will-making, estate planning, executorship, trustee, financial management and guardianship services.

We write more than 13,000 estate planning documents each year, support over 49,000 customers annually and manage over seven billion dollars in customer assets. A NSW government agency within the Stronger Communities Cluster, our services help support and protect people at critical moments in their lives.

About the role

The role provides high-level legal services, research and support in complex areas of law to ensure the provision of high quality, efficient and effective legal services for NSW Trustee and Guardian and its clients.

The Solicitor I-III (General) responsibilities include:

• Provide high-level legal services (advice, transactions and/or litigation) to NSW Trustee and Guardian and its clients in accordance with the law, policy, procedures and practice standards.
• Undertake legal and administrative matters and oversee the coordination of outsourced legal services in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Conduct litigation before Courts and/or Tribunals as the Department's representative. 
• Interpret, analyse and prepare complex legal documents including legal records, correspondence, legislation, court orders, policies, reports, submissions, contracts, deeds and briefs to counsel.
• Undertake research, manage and provide advice on matters arising in NSW Trustee and Guardian’s areas of operation to ensure effective service delivery.
• Contribute to the development and review of legal standards and practices, policies, systems, procedures, manuals, precedents and processes; and development and delivery of training to ensure the delivery of high quality, effective and efficient professional services.
• Contribute to the development and responses to legal reviews, law reform proposals and legal initiatives and programs, and respond to formal and informal requests for information, including court subpoenas and applications under relevant legislation.

For more information about the position, click here to view the role description.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need litigation and dispute resolution skills and be able to provide sound legal advice. You will need to work with a high level of independence and be proactive in developing work plans and priorities. You will also need to work collaboratively and provide support to non-legal staff. You should have a strong understanding of the structure and culture of government and the political and legal sensitivities of operating within the public sector.

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Essential requirements

• Completion of a law degree from an accredited law school or completion of the Legal Practitioners Admission Board Diploma in Law Course.
• Admitted as legal practitioner in NSW and have a current NSW practising certificate.

 Desirable

• Developed legal skills and experience which enable the provision of advice and representation in areas of law related NSW Trustee & Guardian’s financial management, estate administration and guardianship services.
• Previous experience in any of the following areas of law would be desirable:
  • Wills and Estates
  • Equity and Trusts
  • Administrative Law

Our commitment to diversity

Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTI community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

What we offer

NSW Trustee & Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose. Other benefits of joining us include:

• work-life balance with flexible work options including flex leave
• leave options including 14 weeks parental or adoption leave
• career development including study leave
• Fitness Passport

Be part of something bigger. For more information about joining us, visit the Careers page on our website.

How to apply

To apply for this role:

• complete the online application
• attach a cover letter outlining your skills, experience, suitability and interest in the role (maximum two pages).
• attach an updated resume (maximum five pages)

Read writing your job application for tips with the application process.

For enquiries about the role, please contact Luke Williams, Principal Solicitor on 02 9240 0850 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Solicitors I-III, General enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact Maria Macaraniag, Manager Talent by email [email protected].

Please do not send your applications directly via email or LinkedIn. Only applications submitted via the online portal will be accepted. Click the "Apply Now" button to apply. 

Please note:

• If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process or workplace, please advise or contact Maria Macaraniag by email [email protected].
• Offers of employment will be subject to reference checks and relevant clearances.
• A talent pool may be created for future ongoing, temporary and part-time roles, and is valid for 18-months.
• All candidates applying for this role must comply with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, have an up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination status and be able to provide acceptable proof. Further information about vaccination requirements will be provided to successful candidates and is also available via email request to [email protected].