Principal Solicitor

• Great career opportunity to make your mark in the agency supporting NSW communities to recover from disasters
• Temporary full-time role for 2 years based at Sydney Olympic Park with flexible work arrangement options
• Clerk Grade 11/12 ($134,411 - $155,445) plus employers’ contribution to superannuation

About the Agency

Resilience NSW is an Executive Agency established to transform the whole of government approach to disaster management in NSW. Resilience NSW leads and coordinates disaster prevention, management and recovery – learning from experience to drive strategies and investment to reduce risk, build resilience of NSW communities, and give confidence to our communities to live, work and invest in NSW.

Resilience NSW keeps people and communities at the heart of everything it does. By leading a whole of government approach to disaster recovery and resilience, we ensure that people are cared for, acknowledged and empowered – so that all NSW communities are better prepared for and supported on their journey of recovery from any crisis or disaster event.

About the role

The Principal Solicitor is responsible for providing sound legal advice and solutions to support the temporary housing program and the agency more broadly, to mitigate legal risk and support program outcomes.

This role reports directly to the Director, Governance and will work closely with the senior executive cohort on complex legal matters.

About you

We’re looking for a strong legal professional who can leverage their expertise to help shape the delivery of temporary housing to communities impacted by the recent floods.   The successful candidate will be admitted as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of NSW and hold a current practicing certificate and have;Experience in disputes, procurement, contracts (commercial) and sub-licensing/leasing

Experience in providing legal support related to housing

Extensive knowledge and experience in providing legal advice in a complex multifaceted agency or business

Full vaccination for Covid 19, except where a medical contraindication certificate is provided and accepted.

For more details about this role please click here to view the Role Description.

Closing date:  Thursday, 13th October 2022 (11:59pm)

Contact: Larissa Kotlaroff -  [email protected]

How to Apply

Please apply online and attach your up-to-date resume (max 5 pages) and a 1–2-page cover letter which outlines your skills, experience and capabilities relevant to the role.

Diversity

Great people come from all walks of life. At Resilience NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

Please contact [email protected] if you would like an adjustment to assist in your application.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.