Principal Solicitor

Commercial & Procurement

· Employment Type: Ongoing

· Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 11/12

· Remuneration: $149,739.00 - $173,174.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

· Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available

· Applications Close: Wednesday, 6 August 2025 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

As a Principal Solicitor, you will join OGC to support primarily Treasury’s Banking and Financial Services division (BFS division), the NSW Whole of Government Banking procurement and relationship program and other procurement and contract management activities of the team. The role will also support other divisions within Treasury’s Procurement Reform and Banking group (PR&B).

The PR&B group manages all-of-government procurement, service delivery and reform including the state’s banking contract and other whole of government contracts in fleet, travel, waste, energy and human and professional services. The Procurement Reform team’s objective is to ensure public sector procurement achieves economic, social and financial benefits for NSW. The Banking team (BFS division) is responsible for the state’s banking and financial services arrangements, and the forecasting and optimisation of the state’s liquidity needs. The team’s objective is to deliver leading banking services, effective procurement and reform outcomes for NSW agencies, businesses, and the community, working in partnership with agencies and banking partners.

You will support these teams and lead the development and implementation of strategic and operational legal frameworks; provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and ensure legal service delivery enables and facilitates the achievement of organisational priorities.

You will undertake this function by providing expert advice, counsel and recommendations on highly complex and sensitive legal matters, and by demonstrating leadership in legal risk management for organisational decisions and initiatives.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders is paramount, as is your contribution to improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government through effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts.

You will be joining our Commercial & Procurement Group and will be working within the Office of the General Counsel Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You can read more about the role in the role description here.

Achieve success as a Principal Solicitor

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

· Admitted as a legal practitioner and holding a current unrestricted practising certificate.

· Senior lawyer with extensive experience in banking and/or commercial legal work with a minimum of 10 years PQE.

· Public sector experience, including within a central agency, in administrative law, procurement and other processes of government will be highly regarded.

· Must be able to operate autonomously and work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

· Strong experience in the provision of legal services, including providing legal advice, input into legal and governance policy and drafting legal documentation.

· Knowledge or capacity to scale familiarity of legislation, case law and other precedents in any areas of law administered by the agency and which have an impact on the government.

· Proven ability to deliver timely and relevant legal services collaboratively, inclusively and flexibly in a high-volume complex environment.

· Ability to exhibit and model the OGC’s purpose, promise and principles in contributing to the work of the legal function within Treasury.

· Satisfactory employment screening checks (e.g. criminal record check).

Investing in you

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

· Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks

· Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.

· Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training

· Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.

· Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:

· Deliver high-quality legal services in a fast-paced, complex environment, balancing competing priorities while providing practical, risk-based advice across a wide range of specialist legal matters.

· Stay current with relevant legislation and case law, proactively identifying and reporting emerging legal issues that could impact the organisation or pose reputational risks.

· Monitor and respond to changes in legislation, legal frameworks, and policy developments. Provide strategically sound legal advice that considers broader political and commercial implications.

· Anticipate potential legal challenges, apply sound judgment to develop effective solutions, and offer timely advice on complex legal issues under pressure.

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

· an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.

· complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.

· partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

We embrace diversity

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

We currently hold the following accreditations as:

· a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.

· a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Brie Spurr [email protected].

Close of applications: 9:59am 06/08/2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply” below to start your application.