Positions vacant

As a service to our members, we maintain this page to disseminate information about legal roles available in the ACT region.

Members of the Law Society may list jobs on this page for free. Non-members may also list jobs on this page, but a small fee will be charged. 

To advertise a job on this page, please contact the communications manager on communications@actlawsociety.asn.au or visit our advertising page for paid listings. 

Positions vacant

 

 

This is a temporary position available from 1 July 2025 for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

The Executive Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) is responsible for supporting the work of the Chief Coroner, Coroners and Registrar of the Coroners Court. This includes legal advising, appearance in Court as required, and responsibility for management and oversight of the Coroners Team and Forensic Medicine Centre.

Under the limited direction of the Registrar of the Coroners Court, the Executive Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) will:

1. Provide advice to coroners in more complex and sensitive matters.
2. In more complex cases, assume carriage of coronial files to manage, including appearing before the coroner as counsel assisting the coroner, or instructing counsel assisting the coroner.
3. Provide legal advice and support to the Chief Coroner, Coroners, Registrar and Senior Executive of ACTCT on the implications of new legislation, policy proposals and options for implementation on complex or significant legislative amendments.
4. Liaise with investigators, families, legal representatives, witnesses, other interested parties and key stakeholders.
5. Provide leadership in the establishment, development and maintenance of policies and procedures in relation to the operation of the Coroner’s Court.
6. Lead capability building initiatives and opportunities for the development and wellbeing of staff.
7. This position does involve direct supervision of staff.

Further information: 69085 - Careers and Employment

Contact officer: Simone Richards on simone.richards@courts.act.gov.au or (02) 6205 3719

Closing date: 11.59pm on Monday, 14 July 2025

This is a temporary position available from 1 July 2025 for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

The Senior Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) provides support to the Chief Coroner and coroners of the Australian Capital Territory. The Legal Officer assists in carrying out the legal work of the Coroners Unit.

Under the limited direction of the Executive Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) the Senior Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) will:
1. Conduct an initial review of files and provide preliminary advice to coroners.
2. In appropriate cases, assume carriage of coronial files to manage, including appearing before the coroner as counsel assisting the coroner.
3. Provide legal support to the coroner, Executive director legal (Coroner’s Court) and counsel assisting the coroner.
4. Liaise with investigators, families, legal representatives, witnesses, other interested parties and key stakeholders.
5. Assist in the establishment, develop and maintain policies and procedures in relations to the Coroner’s Court Operations.
6. Lead capability building initiatives and opportunities, including developing and implementing training for legal officers.
7. Act as a consultant or mentor to legal and registry staff.
8. This position does involve direct supervision of staff.
9. Maintain records in accordance with the Territory Records Act 2002.
10. Assist the Registrar, Magistrates Court as required.

Further information: 69084 - Careers and Employment

Closing date: 11.59 pm on Monday, 14 July 2025

Contact person: Simone Richards on Simone.Richards@courts.act.gov.au or (02) 6205 3719

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

The Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) provides support to the Chief Coroner and coroners of the Australian Capital Territory. The Legal Officer assists in carrying out the legal work of the Coroners Unit.

The Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) provides support to the Chief Coroner and coroners of the Australian Capital Territory. The Director, Legal (Coroner’s Court) assists in carrying out the legal work of the Coroners Unit:

1. Conduct an initial review of files and provide preliminary advice to coroners.
2. In appropriate cases, assume carriage of coronial files to manage.
3. Provide legal support to the coroner and counsel assisting the coroner.
4. Liaise with investigators, families, legal representatives, witnesses, other interested parties and key stakeholders.
5. Establish, develop and maintain policies and procedures in relations to the Coroner’s Court Operations.
6. Maintain records in accordance with the Territory Records Act 2002.
7. Assist the Registrar, Magistrates Court as required.

Further information: 69083, several - Careers and Employment

Contact Officer: Simone Richards on simone.richards@courts.act.gov.au or (02) 6205 3719

Closing date: 11.59pm on Tuesday, 15 July 2025

The Women’s Legal Centre ACT is seeking applications from women interested in serving on its board. 

The Centre is the only feminist and gender-specific legal assistance service in the ACT. We help women to stay safe, strong and in control of their lives by providing expert legal advice and representation. We are a values-driven and contemporary community-based legal practice, delivering real outcomes for women, trans and gender diverse people. Our work is purposeful and outcome driven.

The Centre is guided by a skilled and diverse board that supports the development of strategy, provides leadership, and oversees our strong governance, financial management and risk frameworks. Importantly, the board models and reflects the culture of the Centre – blending traditional board roles with creativity, commitment, mutual respect, and humour. We value deep listening and thoughtful questions. 

If you have a passion for gender equity, want to contribute to the governance of a feminist, front-line service, and have skills and experience in any of the following areas, we would love to hear from you. 

  • Governance, particularly with respect to the not-for-profit sector 
  • Financial management 
  • Management of risk 
  • Legal expertise in areas such as corporate or regulatory law, charities/NFP law or legal assistance scheme and service delivery 
  • Strong leadership and committee skills and advanced skills as a committee chair. 

The Board welcomes applications from First Nations women, women from migrant and refugee backgrounds, women with disability and women from the LBTIQA+ community. 

This is a volunteer role. 

Find out more about our Centre, position description of the role in the Applicant Information Pack.

How to apply

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@wlc.org.au by midnight on Sunday 20 July 2025. 

Please include:

  • a one-to-two page expression of interest addressing the requirements of the role as set out in the Applicant Information Pack.
  • the names of two referees who can comment on your relevant skills and experience 
  • where you heard about the role (this will help us refine our advertising of future roles). 

 

Contact for more information

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Elena Rosenman, CEO, on 02 6257 4377 or ERosenman@wlc.org.au.  

Government Lawyers

Where your legal career goes further

  • Flexible working options – permanent and contract opportunities
  • Excellent remuneration
  • Career pathways and advancement

Government Lawyers 5+years PQE

Proximity, an SPA Australia company, is seeking Government Lawyers to join its Legal Group. Our legal secondment model provides opportunities to foster your career growth, work in a variety of legal roles across the Commonwealth and accelerate your legal expertise. As a member of Proximity’s Legal Group, we offer you the opportunity to engage in fascinating public sector work, all while receiving support, development, and care.

The Proximity Legal Group is a go-to for Commonwealth legal teams requiring expertise and support on complex matters specialising in administrative law, commercial law, information law, and litigation.

As a Proximity team member, your role is that of a trusted sidekick – helping our clients’ teams succeed by embracing the complexity and sensitivity of Commonwealth legal issues and knowing how to be helpful in the context of the APS environment. We infuse passion and purpose into everything we do and have fun while doing it, without sacrificing our commitment to clients, integrity, and pro-bono work.

You will bring:

  • Minimum 5 years’ public law, commercial law, information law or litigation experience working within or for the Commonwealth
  • Restricted (minimum) Australian legal practising certificate
  • An AGSVA security clearance (preferred).

Culture matters

  • We’re looking for someone who fits and lives our values – someone who is:
  • Tenacious. A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.
  • Client focused. Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs.
  • A team player. Collegiate, shares knowledge and builds confidence in others.
  • Adaptable. Works through ambiguity or uncertainty.
  • Solution oriented. Thinks beyond the immediate questions and challenges and develops comprehensive solutions.

More information on the role, as well as working at Proximity, can be found here, or alternatively please contact Loretta Pabian - careers@proximity.com.au.

WMG Legal is looking to employ a solicitor with any level of ACT litigation experience, preferably Commercial Litigation. This would be an opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their litigation career with a growing and dynamic firm.

WMG Legal is also open to acquiring an existing litigation practice and this may suit you, if you are tired of working by yourself, running your own firm and would like the support of a larger office or if you are looking to retire.

Interested parties should contact chris@wmglegal.com.au or wayne@wmglegal.com.au for more information.  All discussions are confidential.

Interested in tutoring at ANU?

The Research School of Accounting in the College of Business and Economics at The Australian National University is seeking expressions of interest from legal practitioners interested in tutoring in 2025. More information on the application process can be found here.

Applications close 13 July 2025.


Working in close collaboration with the executive team to develop and deliver on strategy, you will lead and drive the Sexual Violence Legal Service (SVLS) and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver groundbreaking legal advice and representation to people subjected to sexual violence.

Applications can be submitted using this link

As there is no formal closing date for this role, interested applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible.

 

Glass Goodwin is looking for a solicitor with an interest in working in wills and estates law. This would be an opportunity for someone looking to deepen their specialisation in wills and estates law or considering moving to wills and estates from a different practice area. Prior experience in wills and estates is not essential, though experience as a solicitor will be preferred. 

Glass Goodwin is open to discussing acquiring existing estates practices. 

Interested applicants should contact Timothy Morton via tmorton@glassgoodwin.com.au. All discussions will be treated as strictly confidential.
 

Are you a family lawyer looking for a fresh approach to legal practice? Do you want to be part of a law firm that values social impact, ethical practice, and life outside of work? Do you want to ditch the 6-minute billables?

Yellow Legal, a progressive family law firm in Canberra, is looking for a bright, motivated Family Lawyer to join our team.

We aim to create a work environment that reflects what we provide to our clients—safety, security, and the opportunity to thrive.

  • Effective and supportive supervision and mentorship to foster a rewarding, sustainable career
  • Training in trauma-informed, family violence-aware, and neuro-affirming practice
  • A learning and professional development budget
  • The opportunity to work with experienced, award-winning lawyers who are sector leaders
  • Regular reflective practice sessions with an external practitioner, as part of our trauma-informed commitment
  • No 6-minute increment billing—realistic billable targets instead
  • Flexible work-from-home options for non-client-facing days

More information on the role can be found here. To apply for the role, please email your CV and a brief cover letter (up to a page) to admin@yellowlegal.com.au