Lawyer Projects and Development

If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.

You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.

In this role:

You will be working as part of the Transport for NSW’s Legal & Governance branch (which reports to the Transport Secretary) team sitting within the specialist Projects, Development and Planning team working collaboratively across the organisation, partnering to provide critical legal advice and support for sensitive and complex legal matters to support the operations of Transport for NSW and other agencies in the transport portfolio.

This Lawyer position is will see you manage a diverse range of property and interface matters, including land access issues, sale contracts and other acquisition documents, leases, licences, easements, and various project interface deeds and agreements for Sydney Trains, Transport Asset Manager for New South Wales, NSW Trains and Transport for NSW.

You will also provide legal support and research services on relevant areas of law to support the business and operations of Transport for NSW, Transport Asset Manager, Sydney Trains and NSW TrainsLink. The role focuses on project support both in delivery and operations and requires an ability to manage a wide range of matters and stakeholders.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the information pack.

About you

You are a lawyer with a minimum of 2 year post qualifications experience, ideally in property law, inhouse or in a private practice. You will also hold a practising certificate in NSW. Some knowledge of construction law and/or planning and environment law or working on public infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

You are a resourceful person with a proactive working style, who is able to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will have a passion for law and enjoy working on a diverse range of matters. You will also enjoy working and collaborating as part of a hardworking and friendly team.

You will have outstanding communication skills and be able to successfully manage diverse stakeholders. You will also have excellent written and drafting skills.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

Join us
 

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday 31st March 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact HALAY.ALKOZAI@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your

talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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