Legal Officer (Travel Opportunities)

Australian Defence Force; Sydney; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Defence Force is recruiting a Lawyer to join the Army’s proficient legal team. You’ll work across disciplinary, administrative, operations, civil and commercial law while mentoring a team of talented lawyers.

Throughout your career you’ll access short courses and qualifications, with opportunities to travel across Australia and abroad. On completion of training, you could earn $97,168 per annum plus a generous super.

Job description

Join the Army’s proficient and quick-thinking legal team as a Lawyer. In this role, you’ll become well-versed in a stimulating mix of disciplines. The fields you’ll work in include disciplinary, administrative, operations, civil and commercial law as well as handling legal aid requirements. You’ll also be trained to lead and mentor a team of passionate lawyers, motivating them to succeed in their work.

The fields of military legal practice are interchanging and expanding. There’s no shortage of thought-provoking work for someone who loves a challenge, so we can guarantee you’ll never be bored.

Throughout your career, you’ll be able to advance your skillset with short courses and additional qualifications. On top of all this, you’ll have opportunities to travel around Australia and abroad.

In the Army you'll get paid a highly competitive salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications; and your pay increases as you progress through training.

On completion of your initial military and employment training, you could earn $97,168 per annum plus a generous super.

Life in the Army:

Action, adventure, exciting career opportunities and amazing mateship—there’s so much to love about life in the Army. Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill, get qualified with fully paid training or are up for a new challenge, you’ll find it all in the Army.

Not to mention there’s also the sense of accomplishment and pride that comes from serving your country and providing support to communities in need, both here and overseas.

This is no ordinary job—but that’s exactly what you’re looking for. Enjoy a rewarding career, opportunities to travel, excellent fitness facilities, and free medical and dental; all in a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

For this role, you must be admitted as a Barrister and/or Solicitor of the High Court of Australia, or of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory of Australia. Preference is given to candidates with more than 18 months of Solicitor experience.

You must be an Australian citizen and able to successfully obtain a security clearance. If you are not an Australian Citizen, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.