Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage. Are you a Legal executive with a passion for the water environment? Provide strategic Legal advice on natural resources matters across NSW Flexible working location with hybrid working model Band 1 Senior Executive role | TRP commencing from $239,483 The Director Legal, Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) leads and manages a legal team providing expert legal advice and strategic litigation services to NRAR in connection with a broad range of inhouse matters, with a focus on civil and criminal enforcement and compliance, administrative law, statutory interpretation, information sharing and law reform. The role provides strategic legal advice to NRAR in relation to the conduct of investigations and enforcement action, working in collaboration with NRAR’s Director of Investigations and Enforcement. Being a proactive Legal expert is critical to the successful operation of NRAR’s regulatory functions. About You To be successful in this position, you will be an experienced Legal practitioner with a proven track record in providing strategic legal advice on complex matters in the natural resources sector. You will be experienced in briefing senior executives on highly sensitive and challenging legal matters so exceptional communication and problem-solving skills are essential to your success in this role. This role also requires you to develop strong relationships with stakeholders across the water sector, and contributes, as a member of the senior management team, to the overall development and implementation of DCCEEW Governance and Legal’s strategy, culture, process and systems. You will be a strong people leader with a passion for empowering and developing staff to enhance the legal capabilities across your team. Essential Requirements Eligible to hold a current practicing certificate in NSW. Superior current knowledge of the regulatory environment and expertise in criminal and civil law including judicial review. Extensive litigation, advice writing and statutory interpretation experience and skills For more information read the full Role Description: Director Legal, Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) Who we are The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment. To Apply If 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 Tuesday 2 nd July 2024 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Hiring Manager via michael.browndpie.nsw.gov.au or on 0418 696 254. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Looking for more information or assistance in applying? Our Diversity team can assist to: provide alternative formats to apply make adjustments to the recruitment process offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on DiversityDPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying. Find us on Facebook , Instagram , X , YouTube and LinkedIn .