About the opportunity This is a permanent, full-time, Senior Lawyer role, positioned for someone who has several years' experience as a Lawyer or Solicitor and is ready for that next step in their career. While you will be hired for your expertise in particular fields, you will have the opportunity to grow and work across other areas; learn from one of the industry's best legal practitioners, in one of the fastest growing Council's in Australia. This role will see you directly contributing to positive Legal outcomes, and Blacktown City's transformation journey. You will provide legal advice and advocacy to minimise legal risk to Council, share your expertise and support the team, and work with our external legal partners. You will support various Council services, keeping them informed of new or proposed legislation, and represent Council before Courts and Tribunals. Qualifications and experience Essential: Degree qualification in Law or relevant field In depth experience in Law or a relevant field Extensive experience in leadership Admission to practice as a Solicitor in the State of New South Wales Current NSW Practicing Certificate or eligibility for NSW Practicing Certificate Extensive experience as an advocate in Court attendance Knowledge of appropriate Court protocol and legal proceedings Extensive knowledge in the following areas: Environmental Planning and Development Law and/or Property Law and/or Contract Law and/or Environmental Law and/or Local Government Law. Proven ability to research, assess and interpret information to formulate sound recommendations and provide specialist advice to enable the organisation to achieve quality outcomes Understanding and commitment to ethical practice and acting with probity at all times Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality Demonstrated interpersonal skills that build strong, credible relationships and influence persuade or negotiate outcomes that add value to the organisation. Desirable: Demonstrated appreciation of the complexity of Local Government, in particular the Local Government Act 1993 and Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979 Demonstrated ability in supporting compliance and regulatory enforcement Availability to work flexible working hours Class C Driver's Licence. Remuneration and benefits The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement. Entry level for this position starts at $2,735.37 per week 35-hour working week Car allowance Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs. Commitment to safety Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing. We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. Position description Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. #J-18808-Ljbffr