Lawyer in Canberra

Lawyer in Canberra

Canberra Temporary 72000 - 88000 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist senior lawyers with privacy, FOI, and administrative law matters.
  • Company: Adaptbl, an Australian-owned specialist law firm.
  • Benefits: Flexible casual arrangements, hybrid work options, and meaningful public law projects.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team and work alongside experienced government lawyers.
  • Why this job: Gain valuable experience in government legal work while enjoying flexibility.
  • Qualifications: 2-5 years' PAE in law, strong research and drafting skills.

The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.

About adaptbl adaptbl is an Australian-owned specialist law firm providing practical, value-for-money legal services to Commonwealth Government agencies.

We specialise in public law, including privacy, FOI and administrative law, and work closely with government clients to deliver responsive, high-quality legal support.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a lawyer with 2-5 years' post-admission experience to join us on a casual, as-needed basis to support periods of increased workload and project delivery requirements.

The role will primarily involve assisting our senior lawyers and clients with a range of privacy, Freedom of Information (FOI) and administrative law matters for Commonwealth Government agencies.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexibility while continuing to build their experience in public law and government practice.

Please note: only Australian citizens with ability to obtain/maintain a Baseline security clearance can be considered for this role.

An existing security clearance is highly desirable.

About You

We're interested in hearing from lawyers who have

  • 2 - 5 years' PAE with experience in government, in-house or private practice environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in administrative law, with exposure to FOI matters highly regarded.
  • An interest in privacy law and Commonwealth Government legal work.
  • Strong legal research, analysis and drafting skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
  • The ability to manage routine and process-driven work efficiently while maintaining a high standard of output.
  • Strong organisational skills and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workloads.

What We Offer

  • Flexible, casual engagement arrangements.
  • Interesting and meaningful public law work supporting Commonwealth agencies.
  • The opportunity to work alongside highly experienced government lawyers.
  • Hybrid and remote working options, with Canberra-based applicants preferred.
  • A supportive and pragmatic team environment.
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Lawyer in Canberra employer: Relatbl

At adaptbl, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by offering a flexible and supportive work environment that caters to the needs of our lawyers. Our Canberra-based team provides meaningful public law work with opportunities for professional growth alongside experienced government lawyers, all while enjoying hybrid and remote working arrangements. Join us to make a real impact in the legal landscape while balancing your career and personal commitments.

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Contact Details:

Relatbl Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lawyer in Canberra

Post-Admission Experience
Administrative Law
Freedom of Information (FOI)
Privacy Law
Legal Research
Legal Analysis
Legal Drafting