Snr Lawyer Commercial Tech & Prop
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Transport for NSW is seeking a Senior Lawyer (Commercial Tech & Property) for a 12‑month, full‑time, onsite role in Sydney or Newcastle. You’ll deliver legal services across commercial, technology and property matters, draft and negotiate complex contracts, support major projects and assist with dispute resolution while building collaboration in a public sector environment. The ideal candidate holds a law degree, a current NSW practising certificate, and at least four years post‑qualification experience, with the ability to translate complex issues into practical guidance. To apply, submit your CV and a cover letter by 11:59 PM Monday 15 June 2026, and highlight government or in‑house experience, integrity and your ability to manage competing priorities. For enquiries email [email protected].
You're passionate about a career delivering solutions that impact millions.
You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.
In this role, you'll:
Work as part of a team delivering high quality, solutions focused legal services across commercial, technology and property matters to support Transport for NSW in meeting its statutory, policy and contractual obligations.
This role will see you provide practical legal advice, draft and negotiate complex commercial and property contracts, support major projects and contribute to dispute resolution where required, while building capability through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
You will lead and navigate practical legal solutions and improved decision making in a complex, fast paced public sector environment with competing priorities, supporting major infrastructure initiatives.
This is a temporary opportunity for up to 12 months, with roles available for candidates based in Sydney or Newcastle.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
Your strong legal expertise, analytical capability and communication skills, formed across general commercial and property law within government, private practice or in house environments, will see you excel in delivering high quality advice, managing competing priorities and translating complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance that supports sound business outcomes.
You’re recognised as a trusted, collaborative legal advisor, skilled at drafting and negotiating complex legal documents, and experienced in working with integrity in a public sector context.
You will hold tertiary qualifications in law, a current NSW practising certificate, and bring a minimum of four years’ post qualification experience, along with the ability to work collaboratively and exercise sound judgement.
To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 15 June, 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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