Lawyer/Senior Lawyer - Public Sector

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Lawyer/Senior Lawyer - Public Sector. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Seeking strong drafting skills and a passion for innovative solutions
• Diverse range of clients across public and private sectors
• Permanent full time role in our Canberra office

The role
We are currently seeking a driven and ambitious Lawyer (2-5PQE) to join our Canberra Public Sector team on a full time basis. This role will see you working closely with Andrew Leece to put in place strategic relationships for clients including, procurement and infrastructure projects, joint ventures, negotiated M&A, manufacturing, licensing and distribution agreements. and regulatory advisory work to corporate and government.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have

• Between 2-5 years PQE
  
• Strong commercial drafting skills and a passion for innovative solutions
  
• A proven track record of prioritising your time across a number of busy matters
  
• A strong client service focus and work ethic
  
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, required for building client relationships and maintaining a positive team environment

In addition to this, we're looking for a resilient, self-starter. Someone who is able to work autonomously and is focused on attention to detail and providing an outstanding service to their clients.

The Public Sector team
Our National Public Sector group is widely regarded to be the premier private government practice in the country and has a wealth of talent and experience within the team.

The team helps the Australian Government with some of its most interesting, significant and technically challenging programs and projects. We use our skills to solve complex legal problems, assist with the development and implementation of program strategy, and inform policy development.

For further information, please visit our Public Sector showcase page on LinkedIn.

The firm
As Australia's leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers. They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way.

We're looking for individuals who will thrive under our spirit of independence. Dynamic personalities who can collaborate, innovate and strive for success within our collegiate culture. In return we will work to help build the career you've always wanted. Are you up for the challenge?

Why Clayton Utz?
As part of this innovative team you will be working across major national, government, and global clients. All the while collaborating with some of the sharpest legal minds in the industry. Clayton Utz has also been a powerful force in Australian pro bono practice, striving to deliver justice for those who need it and not just those who can afford it. In your time here you’ll be constantly surprised by the projects you get to work on and what you can accomplish.

Imagine what you could achieve at a top law firm that actually values independent thinking. A law firm who challenges the status quo.

Go on, challenge your expectations.

How to apply?
To submit your interest in this role, please click the 'Apply' button or contact Kate Medlen on 03 9286 6752 for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to [email protected]

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here.