Remote Government Contracts Counsel – Australia

Trellis Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom, a global leader in on-demand legal talent, is seeking an experienced government contracts lawyer to join the team remotely in Australia. This full-time role focuses on practical, commercially minded guidance across complex contracting matters for a major client base.

You will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, assess legal risks, and support strategic initiatives while collaborating with multiple internal teams. NV1 clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice to a broad range of internal stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, advising on key legal and contractual risks.
• Partner closely with legal, commercial and business teams to support projects and day-to-day requirements.
• Must hold a current Australian Government Baseline or NV1 security clearance, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice and guidance to a diverse range of internal stakeholders.
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements and related documentation.
• Identify, assess and advise on legal, contractual and commercial risks, providing pragmatic solutions.
• Support the business on key projects, initiatives and strategic matters from a legal perspective.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with legal, commercial, procurement and broader business teams.
• Manage a varied and evolving portfolio of matters, balancing priorities and delivering timely advice.

Skills

Legal advice

Contract drafting

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

Law degree

Job description

Axiom, a global leader in on-demand legal talent, is seeking an experienced government contracts lawyer to join the team remotely in Australia. This full-time role focuses on practical, commercially minded guidance across complex contracting matters for a major client base.

You will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, assess legal risks, and support strategic initiatives while collaborating with multiple internal teams. NV1 clearance is required.