• Flexible start & finish working hours + annual leave 20 days + additional flex leave (up to 18 days per year) 

• Join a collaborative, specialist legal team with strong mentoring, professional development and clear career pathways. 

• Temporary role based in the Sydney CBD with flexible work arrangements available 

 
Classification Grade: Senior Solicitor (Legal Officer Grade IV)  
Salary:  $144,058 - $146,831 p.a base salary (employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading is paid in addition to the base salary.)
Work type: Temporary full-time – 35 hours per week, up to 30 June 2026 with a possibility of extension and conversion to ongoing.  

*Location: Our primary place of work is the CSO Office located at 60-70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney. Please note we will be relocating to a new premises located at Parkline Place, 252 Pitt Street, Sydney in July 2026.  

About the role  

As a Senior Solicitor (LOGIV) at the CSO, you will be delivering high-quality legal services to the NSW Government and its agencies. The role will involve tenure analysis and the preparation of legal advice in relation to Native Title. 

This opportunity in the Property and Native Title Practice Group will focus on, as part of a wider team, undertaking the historical land analysis aspect of large scale native title claims by: 

• Analysing past government acts on land by reviewing historic property records to identify the (tenure) status of land to establish the effect on native title including by considering maps, plans, grants and gazettes. 

• Preparation of evidence  in support of factual arguments regarding tenure for large scale native title claim litigation. 

• Provision of advice to agencies on the status of native title over Crown land.  

To learn more about the role, please review the role description here. 

About you. Our ideal candidate.  

• Advanced analytical skills to enable the analysis of historic maps and land records.  

• Well developed attention to detail and ability to consider interrelated chains of information. 

• Enjoys historic investigation. 

• Proven ability to manage large volume document review, competing priorities, deliver results within tight timeframes and apply a project management approach to your legal work.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex factual scenarios to clients and other stakeholders.  

• Works well as part of a team, with an ability to guide others within a project environment. 

• A collaborative, client-focused approach and a commitment to public sector values, integrity and continuous professional development.  

• Not necessary to have prior experience in native title law. 

• Prior experience in historic land tenure an advantage but not essential. 

Essential requirements 

• Completion of a law degree from an accredited law school or completion of the Legal Practitioners Admission Board’s Diploma in Law Course. 

• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW. 

• Well developed legal skills which enable provision of advice and representation in legal matters in areas of law in which the Practice Group specialises. 

• Undertake Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check. 

How to Apply 

For your application to be considered, you must submit your application online and include:  

• An updated resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.  

The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. 

You can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact Margaret Ters, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0427 413 924 or email [email protected] to further discuss. 

 
Closing date: Sunday, 8 February 2026 (AEST 7:59 PM) 

 Recruitment enquiries: Margaret Ters, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected] 

Why work for CSO?  

The NSW Crown Solicitors Office (CSO) provides high-quality and cost-effective legal services to the NSW Government and its agencies. As a trusted legal advisor to the NSW Government, our principal role is to advise and represent agencies so that they can deliver policies, programs and projects in a lawful, effective and efficient manner.   

We act with integrity and professional independence, guided by the government sector's core values. We are focussed on providing excellent client service and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. We also provide our people with opportunities to learn, develop and adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment.   

For more information about the CSO, click here 

Our commitment to flexible working  

The CSO has adopted a teams-based approach to flexible working. We recognise that everyone has different needs and preferences, and our flexible work culture allows you to adapt your work routine to suit you. We’re all about flexibility, productivity and driving good client outcomes.     

We have generous leave provisions available for our employees that acknowledge individual preferences and responsibilities including:   

• Up to 20 days recreation leave and up to 18 days flex leave per annum  

• 20 days purchased leave annually  

• Inclusive paid parental leave provisions of up to 16 weeks (14 weeks + 2 bonus weeks) which can be taken flexibly within the first 24 months to support the birth, adoption, altruistic surrogacy or permanent out-of-home care placement of a child  

• Study time up to 4 hours per week   

• Extended Leave of up to 44 days after 10 years or up to 30.8 days after 7 years of service.      
  
  

How we support health & wellbeing:  

• We offer an employee assistance program to support the wellbeing of employees in the workplace and in their personal lives, which also extends to family members  

• Coaching services are available for people leaders and executives to learn and implement best practices to manage their team’s wellbeing   

• We offer an annual Flu Vaccination program   

• We provide access to the Fitness Passport program – a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to staff and their families     
  
  

CSO's commitment to diversity  

At CSO, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce contributes to the success of our organisation and we are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects our diverse community.    

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and linguistically diverse people, veterans and other diverse communities.