Jobs in Legal
In the Legal job category, you'll find roles ranging from corporate counsel and paralegals to compliance specialists and litigation support, across law firms, government bodies, and in-house teams. Across Australia, demand remains steady as firms adapt to regulatory shifts, with major hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane offering a mix of junior to senior opportunities and more flexible work arrangements.
Senior Advisor - Industrial Relations & Workplace Standards
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Senior Advisor – Industrial Relations Workplace Standards - Clerk Grade 9/10 1 x full time ongoing position and 1x temporary position (up to 6 months) Clerk 9/10 - $129,464.00 -$142,665.00 plus super and entitlements Sydney Office (Haymarket) with flexible/hybrid work...
Senior Lawyer
HarperLloyd Recruitment
HarperLloyd Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded independent commercial law firm to appoint a Senior Associate or Special Counsel into its Melbourne Commercial Property team. This opportunity would suit a senior commercial property lawyer seeking sophisticated transactional work, stronger...
Tax Lawyer - Associate
Law Staff
THE OPPORTUNITY This is a standout opportunity for a mid-level lawyer to step into a growing and well-resourced Taxation team within a broader Corporate & Commercial practice. You’ll be joining one of the larger taxation teams in the Brisbane market,...
Senior Research and Policy Officer
Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
About This Role Research major law reform issues that shape life in Victoria. Work on a high-profile inquiry about protecting emergency workers on duty. Write reports and policy advice that may influence future Victorian laws. Join a small expert team...
Project Finance Senior Associate
Ashurst
Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions...
Research Assistant
Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
About This Role Help shape Victorian law through research, writing and community consultation. Work on high-profile reform projects affecting people across Victoria. Join a small expert team and build strong policy and legal research skills. Support reports and consultations that...
Solicitor
Clarity Legal Group
WE’RE HIRING: FAMILY LAWYER (2+ YEARS PAE) Good lawyers do their best work when they’re supported, not burned out by billable pressure. At Clarity Legal Group, we’ve built a modern family law firm that does things differently: flexibility is genuinely...
Public Law and Legal Governance Special Counsel
Department of Health
About the role The Public Law and Legislation Team provides strategic public law advice and legislation services for the health, ambulance services, mental health and ageing portfolios. This includes development of legal policy, primary legislation, regulations and legislative and other...
Landholder Liaison Officer
Seqwater
About Seqwater Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland. As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically...
Litigation (Insolvency/Class Actions)
Naiman Clarke
What’s in it for you? Complex disputes: Work across insolvency, class actions and high-value commercial litigation. International platform: Join a respected global firm with a strong disputes reputation. Career growth: Learn from experienced Partners & develop in a genuinely specialist...
Litigation & Insurance Solicitor
McInnes Wilson
We are seeking a motivated and personable Solicitor to join our Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance Litigation team in Sydney, supporting the continued growth of a busy and well‑regarded practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer looking...
Practice Assistant
Mallesons
Practice Assistant - Employee, Relations & Safety (ERS) Be the go‑to person for scheduling, travel planning and day‑to‑day team requirements Join a supportive national team that values teamwork, reliability and initiative Ideal for someone who takes pride in process, efficiency...
Senior Associate | Disputes & Insolvency
McInnes Wilson
About The Role You will be a valued, key member of a dynamic, national commercial disputes and insolvency team led by four (4) partners who are widely regarded as technically excellent litigators, master strategists and generous, supportive mentors. You will...
Head of Legal Knowledge and Practice Innovation
empire group
Rare opportunity to take a leadership role incorporating legal knowledge and innovation! Lead a team of 9 in a global top-tier law firm Drive legal knowledge, innovation, and AI strategy Shape client value, productivity, and knowledge governance ABOUT THE FIRM...
Location: Brisbane Contract Type: Permanent MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people...
Senior Associate | Plaintiff
McInnes Wilson
The role We have a wonderful opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Plaintiff team on a permanent full-time basis. As a national firm, we are open to this role being based in our Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra...
Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial Contracts
Atherton Davis
A global leader in infrastructure and mobility solutions is seeking a Senior Legal/Legal Counsel to join its in-house legal team in Sydney. With over 1,000 employees in Australia and a strong reputation for delivering safe, reliable and sustainable solutions, the...
Solicitor | Employment Law
McInnes Wilson
The Opportunity We are seeking a talented Solicitor (3–5 years’ PAE) to join our Brisbane office, working within a highly regarded team that operates at the intersection of employment, regulatory and commercial law. This role involves delivering employment law advice...
Lawyers
The Andersen Partnership
Are you a talented legal professional seeking your next opportunity? We are calling on expressions of interest if you are passive or active to help your next move within the legal space this new year. About Us: We are a...
Lawyer Tax
Naiman Clarke
What’s in it for you? Have genuine autonomy and direct client access , with support from h ighly regarded senior lawyers and Partners . Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture . A genuine career...