Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. Opportunities in the Property Development and Transactions team and the Crown Lands and Cemeteries Team 2 x temporary opportunities until June 2025 (1 x full time, 1 x part time (4 days)), 1 x full time temporary opportunity until October 2025 Sydney location or other locations by negotiation Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129,331 to 138,427 super What’s in it for me? Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support . We offer flexibility in work arrangements , diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed. Our in-house legal teams are currently seeking mid or senior level lawyers (minimum 3 years PQE) eager to apply and enhance their expertise and experience whilst working on some of the most complex and interesting State shaping projects in NSW. As a Senior Legal Officer , you will provide strategic, client focused legal advice and services including leading Departmental negotiations in areas including commercial law, real property law and property development matters to meet the Department’s and the broader Portfolio needs to support the accelerated delivery of homes and other strategic priorities. As an experienced professional, you will also support the Principal Legal Officers and Directors to drive the vision and direction of the teams by motivating, mentoring and supervising junior members to deliver on initiatives and goals whilst striving to create an inclusive, responsive and effective environment. You will be joining high performing, collaborative teams offering diversity of work and a great team culture. We can offer you: flexible working arrangements – both in hours and location; training and support in honing your management skills; Flex days available for additional hours worked in addition to the 20 annual leave days; access to a Fitness Passport ( https://www.fitnesspassport.com.au/ ); complex, rewarding and engaging work; collegial environment which supports work life balance. About You To be successful in this role, you will have a strong property law background, have a pragmatic approach to issues, and be comfortable advising on areas including leasing, divestments, acquisitions, other property related transactions. You will have exceptional stakeholder management skills and be confident advising diverse stakeholder groups at all levels. You will also have demonstrated expertise and experience in providing comprehensive legal advice and support. You will have excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and stakeholder management skills to confidently engage with and build strategic relationships with key stakeholders. What you will bring to the role Prior expertise and experience in either advisory or transactional work across one or more of the following areas: Property law Contract and Commercial Law Property Development Law Administrative Law. In addition, you will: Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to prepare and deliver clear, authoritative, and practical advice. Have proven negotiation skills and abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations. Display solid time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines efficiently. Have resilience to persevere through obstacles and maintain productivity during challenging times. Be capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in. Be autonomous and proficient in working independently, taking initiative, and making decisions. Actively contribute to a highly collegiate and supportive team culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to join dedicated and highly regarded teams and be a key contributor in supporting client groups in the delivery of outcomes for the people of NSW. For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Legal Officer Essential requirement It is an essential requirement that you have been admitted or qualified for admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in the Supreme Court of NSW and hold, or be eligible to hold, a NSW Practicing Certificate. About us The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and building the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments. Join us Apply online with your resume and cover letter. Applications close Monday 23rd September 2024 at 11:55PM . Contact Cathy Coren, Director Legal, Crown Lands and Cemeteries Cathrine.Corendpie.nsw.gov.au or Amanda Alassad-Bruun, Director Property Development and Transactions , Amanda.Abruundpie.nsw.gov.au for further details. 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. If we can make adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team on DiversityDPIE.nsw.gov.au If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role .