SOLICITOR I-III

• 1 x temporary full-time vacancy until 01 May 2026. 35 hours per week.
• Location: Sydney CBD. Flexible and hybrid working options available.
• Legal Officer Grade I-III. Base salary $79,322 p.a. to $134,458 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

ABOUT US

At NSW Trustee and Guardian, we protect, promote and support the rights, dignity, choices and wishes of our customers. Whether we are writing a Will, acting as an executor, attorney, trustee, guardian, or financial manager, we are here for critical moments in our customers’ lives. Join our dedicated NSW Government agency and make a difference in the lives of over 47,000 people each year.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a law degree from an accredited law school or completion of the Legal Practitioners Admission Board Diploma in law Course.
• Admitted as legal practitioner in NSW and have a current NSW practising certificate.
• Developed legal skills and experience which enable provision of advice and representation in appropriate legal matters in areas of law which affect NSW Trustee and Guardian’s areas of operation.
• Experience in any or all of the following areas of law would be desirable:
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• Equity

• Administrative law
• Personal Injury
• Wills and Estates

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Solicitor I-III Estate Management role provides high-level legal services, research and support in complex areas of law to ensure the provision of high quality, efficient and effective legal services for NSW Trustee and Guardian (NSWTG) and its clients.
The estate management practice group manage a diverse law practice dealing with a range of areas of law relevant to customers whose estates are subject to management orders made by the Supreme Court of NSW, the Mental Health Review Tribunal or the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal in accordance with the law, delegations, policy, procedures guidelines and practice standards to contribute to consistent, quality services being delivered to customers.
This role involves legal research, providing legal advice, and advocacy work before a broad range of courts including the Supreme Court of NSW, the District Court, Local Courts, Federal Courts (subject to admission) and tribunals including the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal and Administrative Review Tribunal.
It also includes advising and supporting other legal staff, management, and frontline staff regarding customers whose estates and person are managed by NSW Trustee and Guardian or where NSW Trustee fulfills statutory duties concerning private financial managers.
For more information about the position, view the role description.

NSW Trustee and Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose. Other benefits of joining us include:

• work-life balance with flexible work options (working from different work locations, variable start/finish times, job sharing)
• various leave options (recreation, parental, and flex leave of up to 24 days per year)
• career development including study leave and acting opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport and employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccination

To apply for this role:

• Complete the online application
• Submit a resume (maximum five pages) and brief cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability
• Answer the following targeted questions and attach your response as a PDF document (maximum two pages)