Talent Pool - Lawyer - Commercial & Administrative Law

Job Description

Start a career with the NSW Police Force TALENT POOL Legal Officer 1/3 Ongoing Full-Time Woolloomooloo and Sydney CBD About us 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 The Commercial & Administrative Law Unit, Office of the General Counsel, is creating a Talent Pool for Lawyer roles, temporary and ongoing, that are anticipated to arise within the Unit. 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. Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months. There is no guarantee of employment as a result of this Talent Pool. 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: competitive salary; flexible work options; opportunity to purchase leave; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; 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 talent pool, 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 for ongoing roles, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; 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 the 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 Thank you for your interest in this talent pool. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr