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4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Fixed Term Contract - Parental Leave Cover (12 months)Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)Who we are?The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40KM south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the largest and fastest growing local governments in Western Australia, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the Citys Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.Whats the job role?The Senior Legal Officer plays an important advisory and legal support role to the City in regards to meeting its legal and regulatory requirements; in the formation of service, consultancy and sponsorship agreements; as well as leasing and procurement requirements. The Senior Legal Officer reports to and provides direct support to the Citys General Counsel in the provision of legal services to a variety of internal stakeholders within the City.Key duties for the Senior Legal Officer are to support the Citys General Counsel to:Provide internal legal advice on operational matters including:Leasing, licences and occupancyService, Consultancy and sponsorshipsContractsFreedom of Information and Public Interest DisclosuresInterpretation and application of applicable local government legislationProvide strategic legal advice on potentially litigious matters or contentious issuesBrief legal representatives acting on behalf of the City in court proceedings where external legal support is required,Represent the City at the State Administrative TribunalUndertake ongoing review of all City systems and legal documentation to ensure statutory compliance, minimisation of legal risk and the achievement of best practice in governance and administrative practiceDeliver training to staff on relevant and contemporary legal topics for example: impacts of legislative change, fundamental principles of contract, industrial relations, procedural fairness, and prosecutions in the local courtWho we are looking for?The candidate for this role will be required to have a degree in law (tertiary qualification) with post admission experience with contractual drafting, preferably procurement contracts.To be considered for this role, you must address the following selection criteria in your application; failure to do so will render your application invalid and it will not be considered.Demonstrated experience and knowledge of working as a legal professional, providing legal advice and support in procurement and contract management;Demonstrated experience in dealing with diverse stakeholders both internal and external in negotiating agreements or contracts;Possess the required qualifications.What do we offer?We are offering a competitive remuneration package as well as:Superannuation matching, with employer co-contributions of up to 5%A variety of health and wellbeing programsFlexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per yearSalary packaging opportunities for motor vehiclesApplication Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. As part of your application, you must also provide a detailed and comprehensive curriculum vitae and details of at least 2 referees (one preferably your current employer).An information package, including the position description, is available on our website. If you would like to know more, please contact Helen Redmond (Manager Human Resource Development) on 9528 0377 or helen.redmond@rockingham.wa.gov.auIf you identify as a person with disability and require support submitting your application, or adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at jobs@rockingham.wa.gov.au or phone 08 9528 0333.Applications will be accepted until 5pm, Sunday 22 June 2025.This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.AttachmentsInformation Pack - Senior Legal Officer - May 2025.pdfSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeContractJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Rockingham by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Senior Legal Officer roles.Perth, Western Australia, Australia 4 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$97,503.00-A$134,056.00 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoSenior Legal Counsel | Commercial | Contract role (7 months)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Legal Counsel - MinterEllison Flex - PerthPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoPrincipal Legal Counsel, Chief Counsel & IntegrityPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoNedlands, Western Australia, Australia A$115,291.00-A$133,968.00 12 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 21 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$86,108.00-A$98,186.00 20 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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