Senior Associate / Special Counsel (Probity, Government lawyer)

Part-time/Hybrid positions available - join a team of 40

Griffin Legal is a nationally operating legal and advisory firm with offices in Canberra and Melbourne. We work for government, business and not-for-profits, providing high quality services.

We are looking for a passionate senior government commercial lawyer to be based in our Canberra or Melbourne office, and who can work both collaboratively and independently to deliver high quality, timely and practical advice to our clients in probity and procurement. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work in other areas in the firm including for our government, business and not for profit clients in wide range of government and commercial work.

Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of post-admission legal experience.

This role is perfect for an experienced and highly skilled government commercial lawyer looking to join the leadership team of a collaborative and modern law firm.

We offer full-time, part-time and hybrid work arrangements.

We are looking for candidates who:

• have government probity and procurement experience

• can produce high quality work

• work well in a team environment

We offer opportunities aligned with our Values:

Excellence – for all staff to be recognised as the best of the best in their field for consistently producing high-quality and strategic work.

Growth – to be progressive and innovative, work on interesting and rewarding projects, grow the firm and progress your career.

Integrity – to work as a team in a workplace that values transparency, honesty, dependability and accountability.

Connection – to be a valued team member, sharing knowledge and be recognised as an integral part of achieving our firm's mission.

Wellbeing – to have balance in your life and in your work remaining safe, respected, healthy and engaged.

Employee benefits

We offer great employee benefits including:

• Flexible work

• Staff training days and support for training and education

• Professional development opportunities

• Career progression available

• Recognition program

• Birthday leave

• Paid parental leave

• Option to participate in our pro-bono program

How to apply

We would love to hear from you and discuss you joining us in providing quality services to our clients.

Contact us for a confidential chat.

Salary negotiable and based on experience. Support will be provided for the suitable candidate to obtain their unrestricted practising certificate.

Applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications through Seek.