Lawyer - Commercial & Administrative Law

Job Description

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for an experienced Lawyer to be part of our Commercial & Administrative Law, Office of the General Counsel Team. The Lawyer is responsible for the provision of high quality, ethical and professional legal services in areas in which the Commercial & Administrative Law Unit specialises. This includes administrative and judicial review litigation, general administrative law, privacy and open government, government finance, government procurement, general commercial law, real property, intellectual property, Aboriginal land rights, and media law. While the role accommodates the practitioner’s individual specialisation, the Lawyer is responsible for providing legal services across all of the Unit’s major workstreams. What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: flexible work options; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and convenient location for public transport and to shops etc. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Jonathan Vasiliou via 0459 446 125. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages. If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact HR Diversity Team by email at If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at In addition to filling current vacancies, this recruitment will be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr