Principal Solicitor - Banking

Job Description

Principal Solicitor, Banking Office of General Counsel Employment Type: Temporary Employment period: 12 months (March 2025 – February 2026) Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 11/12 Remuneration: $145,378 - $168,130; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available Applications Close: Thursday, 30 January 2025 at 9:59am Role impact & contribution As a Principal Solicitor, Banking , you will support the legal and contractual requirements of the Treasury Commercial Banking and Financial Services team, supporting the NSW Whole of Government Banking Tender procurement program and other procurement and contract management activities of the team. You will lead the development and implementation of strategic and operational legal frameworks, provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and direct the legal function to ensure legal service delivery enables and facilitates the achievement of organisational priorities within your portfolio responsibilities. You will undertake this function by providing expert advice, counsel and recommendations on highly complex and sensitive legal matters, to influence organisational decisions and initiatives within your portfolio of responsibilities. You will be joining our Office of General Counsel . Read more about your future Group and Division . You can read more about the role in the role description here . What you can bring to the role In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW. The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria: Admitted as a legal practitioner and holding a current unrestricted practising certificate Senior lawyer with extensive experience in banking and/or commercial legal work with a minimum of 10 years PQE Public sector experience in administrative law, procurement and other processes of government will be highly regarded Must be able to operate autonomously and work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders Strong experience in the provision of legal services, including providing legal advice, input into legal and governance policy and drafting legal documentation Knowledge or capacity to scale familiarity of legislation, case law and other precedents in any areas of law administered by the agency and which have an impact on the government Proven ability to deliver timely and relevant legal services collaboratively, inclusively and flexibly in a high-volume complex environment Ability to exhibit and model the OGC’s purpose, promise and principles in contributing to the work of the legal function within Treasury Investing in you The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in. Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include: Flexible hybrid work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance. Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health. Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave. Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you. Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills. When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW. This role will provide you with the opportunity to expand your network as you will have the chance to work with multiple teams, agencies, external stakeholders, and organisations to help shape your career. Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you. Interested in working with us Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform. Application process: Provide an up-to-date resume and a cover letter (up to 2 pages) detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role. Complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process. Partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted. A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months. Read more about what to expect in the hiring process . We embrace diversity We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales. We currently hold the following accreditations as: a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers. a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices. We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: Eligibility To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia. NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement. The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement. Any questions? Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Kathy Lau . Close of applications: 9:59am Thursday 30 January 2025 A concurrent search is also underway. Click “Apply online” below to start your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr