Lawyer

An exciting opportunity has opened within Council’s Legal Services team—and it could be the perfect next step in your legal career. If you thrive in a supportive environment where collaboration, professional growth and meaningful community impact are part of everyday work, we’d love to hear from you.In this role, you’ll broaden your expertise across a wide range of Council operations, working closely with our Corporate Lawyer and contributing to high quality, practical legal outcomes. You’ll gain exposure to advocacy, complex problem solving, property matters, and cross organisational projects—no two days are the same.
Working with us:At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
What this role involves: • Appearing in the local court and other courts and tribunals as required• Undertaking research and providing legal advice• Work on many different aspects of Council’s property matters, such as advising on leasing and licensing and drafting and negotiating lease agreements• Briefing external law firms and experts• Managing responses to subpoenas• Working under the supervision of Council’s Corporate Lawyer
What are we seeking in our new team member: • Someone who values strong relationships and has a desire to contribute to a great team culture• Admission as a solicitor in NSW• Approximately 5 years’ post admission experience in law, with experience in or exposure to local or state government matters an advantage• Advanced legal research skills and the ability to provide concise, timely advice• Demonstrated ability to advise on property transactions and conduct drafting and negotiating of leases• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills• Someone who is highly motivated and can work both independently and as part of a team• Some experience as an advocate in courts or tribunals
Benefits of working with us:A salary of $137,225 per annum (including superannuation), paid weekly. Opportunities for training to keep your skills up to date. An opportunity for bonus payments and to participate in well-being initiatives and benefits available to staff through our EBA and other programs.
Next steps:Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 7 September 2026. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.
People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.