Principal Lawyer
Organising Institution / Firm
Bureau of Meteorology
Quick Verified Facts
๐ Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
๐ Mode / Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
๐ฐ Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
๐ Eligibility
At least 7 years of post-admission experience or equivalent. Previous in-house and government experience is highly regarded.
๐ก๏ธ Category
Jobs
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
The Bureau of Meteorology is seeking a Principal Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team in Canberra. This role involves providing strategic legal advice on commercial transactions, intellectual property, procurement, and regulatory issues within a high-performing government environment.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum of 7 years of post-admission experience (PAE) or equivalent.
- Experience in commercial or generalist legal practice.
- Previous in-house or government legal experience is highly regarded but not mandatory.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Serve as the principal legal advisor for commercial transactions and bureau initiatives.
- Manage contractual, intellectual property, procurement, and regulatory legal matters.
- Lead, mentor, and supervise team members while managing external legal providers.
- Prioritize, triage, and delegate work in a high-volume, multi-stakeholder environment.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Not specified. The role is a full-time position.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should apply via the official LinkedIn job portal link below. Ensure your profile is updated to reflect your relevant commercial and government experience.
Official Application Link: Bureau of Meteorology - Principal Lawyer