The Hills Shire Council

Lawyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Council’s Legal Services team, and you don’t want to miss it! If you’d like to progress your career by joining a team that values collaboration, developing strong relationships and supporting each other to deliver great results, then this could be the role for you. On offer is the chance to develop your skills and experience in advocacy, providing legal advice and identifying solutions to complex problems, as well as working across all the varied areas within Council’s day to day operations. You’ll report to and have the chance to work closely with Council’s Corporate Lawyer, providing support on all areas within the team’s practice. If you’re interested in a career in local government and think that this sounds like you, we can’t wait to meet you!

Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

What this role involves:
• Appearing in the local court and other courts and tribunals as required
• Undertaking research and providing legal advice
• Work on many different aspects of Council’s property matters, such as advising on leasing and licensing and drafting and negotiating lease agreements
• Briefing external law firms and experts
• Managing responses to subpoenas
• Working under the supervision of Council’s Corporate Lawyer

What are we seeking in our new team member:
• Someone who values strong relationships and has a desire to contribute to a great team culture
• Admission as a solicitor in NSW
• 3-5 years’ post admission experience in law, with experience in or exposure to local or state government matters an advantage
• Advanced legal research skills and the ability to provide concise, timely advice
• Demonstrated ability to advise on property transactions and conduct drafting and negotiating of leases
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Someone who is highly motivated and can work both independently and as part of a team
• Some experience as an advocate in courts or tribunals

Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay from $114K per annum (excluding superannuation), paid weekly, opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus (up to 2% of base annual salary) and an Organisational Bonus (up to $2K per annum), paid training to keep your skills up to date, Variable Leave, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, free on-site undercover parking, and an active Social Club.

Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 15 May 2025. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.