Senior Legal Counsel: Parliamentary Disclosure & Statutory Matters

Department of Industry; Newcastle; Hybrid; ZAR 2 585 000 - 3 012 000; Full time

Job summary

A government environmental agency located in South Africa is seeking a Principal Legal Officer specializing in Parliamentary and statutory disclosure. The role involves leading legal services, mentoring junior lawyers, and streamlining information processes. Candidates should have significant legal experience, preferably in environmental law, and excellent communication skills. This full-time, hybrid opportunity offers a competitive salary ranging from $151,227 to $176,110.

Qualifications

• 5 years PQE or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in managing large information disclosure or document production matters.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal and advisory services for parliamentary and statutory disclosure matters.
• Manage SLOs and supervise junior lawyers.
• Liaise with government agencies and external law firms.

Skills

Information disclosure

Environmental law

General litigation

Education

Admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in the Supreme Court of NSW

Tools

Nuix

Job description

A government environmental agency located in South Africa is seeking a Principal Legal Officer specializing in Parliamentary and statutory disclosure. The role involves leading legal services, mentoring junior lawyers, and streamlining information processes. Candidates should have significant legal experience, preferably in environmental law, and excellent communication skills. This full-time, hybrid opportunity offers a competitive salary ranging from $151,227 to $176,110.