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Exciting opportunity as a Principal Legal Officer to make a significant impact and influence law reform in Department of Justice and Attorney-General Strategic Policy and Legislation (SPL) has wide reaching legislative responsibilities that support the operation of Queensland’s justice system. SPL has teams that focus on specific aspects of policy and legislation, as well as some specialist project teams. The Civil Law teams focus on civil, public and administrative law issues including human rights, courts legislation, domestic and family violence and child protection, guardianship and administration; privacy and right to information, civil liability and property, trust and succession law. The Principal Legal Officer will be placed in a policy and legislation team focused on civil law having regard to SPL’s business needs. By working with us you will be part of a team that has a crucial role to lead legislative and policy projects in relation to civil, public and administrative law issues to progress the Government’s law reform program. To be successful, you will apply your research and writing skills to draft or oversee the drafting of a range of high-level documents about complex legislative and policy issues for a variety of audiences, including the Minister and Parliament. You will represent the department appearing as a witness in Parliamentary Committee hearings on portfolio bills and will also supervises other team members in the team. In addition to great work, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including: • Flexible and remote working arrangements. • A rewarding role with professional development opportunities on offer • Collaborative and supportive team • Strategic and interesting work After reading the application information package and the role description, apply for a new challenge that makes a difference in your community. About Ashurst:Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. We are proud of our history and are future-focused, having expanded into new technologies through our NewLaw division, Ashurst Advance, and our consulting arm. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing excellent standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit www.ashurst.com.The Opportunity:Our widely acknowledged, first class Global Loans team is a core practice area of the firm, originating significant deal mandates in its own right and managing many of the firms most significant client relationships. Our blue chip clients include leading investment banks such as Bank of America, Barclays, Credit Suisse, Goldman Sachs, Jefferies and UBS, together with leading commercial banks, direct institutional investors and credit funds such as Ares, Bain Credit, and HPS, together with leading corporates within the ASX 100.We specialise in "high end" larger cap and complex finance transactions and have extensive knowledge of securitisation, project finance, corporate finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, structured finance, asset finance and leasing, capital markets and real estate finance. We are on the panels of all four major Australian banks, and most foreign and investment banks operating in Australia. We are also on the global panels of many financial institutions.As a result of a growing pipeline of work, we are looking to hire a Senior Associate with global loans/general banking and finance experience.More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.Essential Skills & Experience:5-10 years' global loans experience gained within a top-tier firm, respected mid-tier firm, or in-house with a focus on corporate finance and acquisition/leveraged financeExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalSuperior drafting abilityA commercial approach and an ability to articulate and negotiateStrong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skillsThe ability to be team-focused and provide leadership and mentoring to the juniors in the team whilst also work independentlyWhat makes Ashurst a great place to work?We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;flexible working;complimentary gym memberships;corporate health plans;a global professional development offering for all employees; andan industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work. Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant-1 yr to Senior (Personal Injury Law) **Capitvating+Enticing** Variety+Fun! Vibrant successful firm. Winning... Location: Sydney NSW View more detail / apply Stay safe online Cyber criminals are taking advantage of COVID-19. Be careful about who you give your information to. Never give your bank or credit card details or date of birth when applying for a job. Check if the job is genuine by researching the business and contacting them before applying. If this job ad is broken, incorrect, suspicious or offensive, report this job . attach_money attach_money Salary not specified work_outline work_outline Full time position, Permanent position calendar_today calendar_today Closes 23 Apr 2024, 12:00 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr