Senior Lawyer

Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration WA; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Perth is seeking a Senior Lawyer to provide strategic legal advice on mining and resources. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Law and be admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia. This role offers flexible work arrangements, generous leave entitlements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia.
• Qualifications for admission in Western Australia must be approved by the Legal Practice Board.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal opinions and advice on departmental issues.
• Consult and negotiate with stakeholders about legal and policy matters.
• Draft policy and guidelines per statutory obligations.

Education

Degree in Law

Job description

Senior Lawyer (Two Permanent Appointments Available)

Perth, Western Australia

The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

• Contribute – give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.
• Develop – grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.
• Thrive – find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

As a member of DMPE, you will help support the development of Western Australia’s resources sector, which oversees resource development and improved environmental outcomes for mining, petroleum and exploration for the benefit of WA and future generations. We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success.

Role

Senior Lawyer - Specified Calling Level 3

• Provides strategic and tactical legal opinions and advice on departmental legal issues.
• Consults and negotiates with key internal and external stakeholders about legal and policy issues relevant to the Department and prepares appropriate legal documentation.
• Requests advice from the State Solicitor's Office on high‑level legal issues.

Senior Lawyer - Specified Calling Level 4

• Provides strategic and tactical legal advice on complex legal issues relating to mining and resources.
• Consults and negotiates with key stakeholders on legal and policy matters, with an emphasis on mining and resources advice.
• Briefs and instructs the State Solicitor's Office.
• Drafts policy and guidelines to assist the Department to meet its statutory obligations and conduct its business in accordance with government policy and legal requirements.

Qualifications & Licenses

Degree in Law and admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia or Legal Practitioner from outside the State whose qualifications for admission in Western Australia have been approved by the Legal Practice Board.

Benefits working for DMPE

• Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)
• Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)
• 20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)
• 17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave
• 15 days personal leave per year
• 13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
• 3 public holidays in lieu per year
• 5 days reproductive leave per year
• 10 days disability leave per year
• 5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring
• Formal training options
• Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

Interested? Click on “Apply” now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.