Lawyer - Admin Law

Moray & Agnew Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Health & wellness

Discounted conveyancing

Parental leave

Learning & development

Social events

Diversity & Inclusion

Dress for work day

Job summary

Moray & Agnew Lawyers in Sydney is seeking a Lawyer with 1-2 years' PQE to join our Commonwealth Government team. You will work on Public Law litigation for Commonwealth Departments and Agencies, primarily in Administrative Review Tribunal matters, under three Partners in a supportive team.

You will bring strong written and verbal communication, good judgment and a client‑service mindset, with the ambition to develop your skills in a collaborative, nationwide firm that values flexibility and

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in developing in the Public and Admin Law space.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment and a commitment to excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day conduct of litigated matters in the Administrative Review Tribunal.

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer with 1-2 years' PQE to join our Commonwealth Government team in our busy Sydney office. The team acts for a range of Commonwealth Departments and Agencies, primarily in Public Law litigation. Matters span across Commonwealth employee compensation, military compensation & veterans' entitlements, and disability insurance access and planning matters under the NDIS. Working under the guidance of three distinguished Partners as part of a friendly and collegiate team, this position will see you primarily engaged in the day to day conduct of litigated matters in the Administrative Review Tribunal.

The work requires attention to detail, practical problem solving skills and strategic thinking. If you're looking for a role in which you can develop your existing skills in a supportive and friendly environment, this role is the perfect opportunity.

About you

While general litigation experience will be highly regarded, it is your genuine interest in developing in the Public and Admin Law space that will see you be successful in this role. If you have strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to excellent client service, we would love to hear from you.

About us

We’re passionate about what we do and want you to be too.

We’re one of Australia’s leading law firms, recognised nationally for our legal expertise across insurance, commercial, workplace and government matters. Our teams work with major insurers, corporates, government agencies, SMEs and not for profit organisations across Australia.

With more than 800 people across Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney, we combined high quality work with collaborative and supportive culture.

We’re also proud to be recognised by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide and to have one of the highest percentages of female partners among Australia’s top 50 law firms.

Culture & benefits of working with us

As a national firm with the scale and reputation to attract great clients and high-quality work, every day is different. To support you, we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
• Health and wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, onsite Mental Health First Aiders, discounts on health insurance, and corporate discounts at 400+ leading fitness and wellbeing brands
• Financial benefits including discounted conveyancing services, financial planning assistance, and our generous employee referral program
• Paid parental leave and accreditation as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
• Continuous learning and development programs to ensure you are always being challenged, engaged, and encouraged to grow and further your career
• Connection and community including office-based social events, sporting events, paid blood donation leave, and a long-standing commitment to pro bono work and community contribution
• Diversity and Inclusion PolicyandEmployee Reference Groups (LGBTQIA+, Gender, Parents & Caregivers, Mature Workers, and Health & Wellbeing, and Reconciliation Action Plan Working Groups) ensuring that we continue to live our values and encouraging our people to be their authentic selves at work each day
• Dress for your Work Day Policy because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm

We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position, including First Nations people, neurodiverse people and people with disability.

We do not require recruitment agency assistance with this vacancy. Any applications submitted by recruitment agencies without having been briefed will not be considered a valid introduction.