If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.
You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.
Be part of TfNSW’s Legal and Governance branch - one of the largest in-house government legal teams in NSW, with close to 100 lawyers across four specialist groups. These roles sit within the Commercial, Technology and Property legal team and report to the Director, Legal Commercial, Technology & Property.
In this role you will be responsible for supporting the transition of the NSW bus fleet to electric buses as part of Transport for NSW’s New Electric Bus Project. You will be focussed on advising, drafting, negotiating and amending a complex ecosystem of project and commercial contracts relating to fleet, technology, construction and goods and services.
You will also lead the drafting and negotiation of complex legal documents, provide clear statutory and contractual interpretation, and represent the organisation in dispute resolution, court and tribunal matters in line with the Model Litigant Policy.
This contract position for up to 23 months is governed by our hybrid working model, which forms part of the organisation’s Flexible Working Arrangements and associated procedures. This includes a combination of required onsite attendance at our Elizabeth Street office in Sydney CBD and approved remote working.
Apply now with your cover letter and resume.
For any enquiries, please contact Ciaran Martin on 0466 616 258.
For more information on this position and agency, view the role description and information pack.
You’ll possess a minimum of five years relevant legal experience and hold an unrestricted practising certificate.
You’ll have a proven track record working on high value, complex project and/or commercial contracts either from within an in-house legal function of a large, complex organisation, or in private practice providing strategic level advice across a diverse client base including public sector / government.
You model the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and you are confident leading and supervising junior lawyers. You act as a key point of contact for clients and are able to step in for senior team members when required.
You’ll have the ability to communicate and influence effectively and inspire confidence in clients as they grapple with high profile and often challenging issues.
You can lead and manage challenging negotiations, draft complex contracts and have strong business acumen, analytical skills, and the ability to make sound decisions within a legal context.
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
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.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy
Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 6 October 2026
For more information about this role, please contact CIARAN.MARTIN@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
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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