Employment Opportunities
The Society will, when received from Tasmanian law firms and organisations, provide complimentary listings of current opportunities for employment in the legal profession. Non-members/organisations are welcome to contact notices@lst.org.au regarding pricing and advertising options.
Tierney Law is a seeking an ambitious and talented lawyer with experience in family law and dispute resolution to join our Team.
Our practice is built on long term relationships with a diverse client base of individuals and small businesses so our ideal candidate will be a “people person” who excels in all aspects of communication.
Tierney Law are committed to offering a flexible work place and we are well placed to do so with a paperless office system, offices in multiple sites and the ability to work remotely. Work hours outside of the ‘9-5’ can be accommodated.
Our Directors have an open-door policy and are readily available to provide support to all staff and billing targets are set at an appropriate level so that they are achievable.
3+ years of post-admission experience is preferred but all applicants will be considered.
Experience using Practice Evolve or similar software will be highly regarded.
For enquires about this opportunity please contact Jess Reardon (Director) on 03 6220 2777.
Applications close on the 6th of November 2026 and your CV and application letter should be emailed to recruitment@tlaw.com.au
Tierney Law is a Tasmanian General Legal Practice with offices in Hobart, Huonville, New Norfolk and Sorell.
Our practice is built on long term relationships with a diverse client base of individuals and small businesses so our ideal candidate will be a “people person” who excels in all aspects of communication
An opportunity has become available for a full-time Probate Clerk.
The ideal candidate will have:-
- A minimum of 12 Months experience in a similar role
- Outstanding work ethic and drive
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organisational and time management skills
- High level of initiative and accountability
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional manner and appearance
- Confidentiality
For enquires about this opportunity please contact Luke Webb (Director) on 03 6220 2777.
Applications close on the 6th of November 2026, and your CV and application letter should be emailed to recruitment@tlaw.com.au
We are seeking a Corporate & Commercial Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Corporate & Commercial team.
This is an opportunity to work on complex commercial transactions, strategic advisory matters and projects that support businesses, government, institutions and organisations across Tasmania and beyond. You’ll be supported by experienced Principals, work directly with clients and play a key role in helping clients mitigate risk, solve challenges and pursue new opportunities.
For more information and how to apply – click here.
Applications close 12 November 2026.
- Two – Year Full – Time Role
- Start your career with Tasmania’s largest Tasmanian-owned law firm
- Ideal position for a recent year 12 graduate (or about to graduate) to start their career
- Complete a Certificate III in Legal Services while gaining practical experience
Have you recently finished, or are about to finish Year 12 and ready to take the first step in your career? Our two-year Office Assistant Traineeship offers the opportunity to earn a Certificate III in Legal Services while gaining practical experience in a professional and supportive workplace.
You will learn how a busy law firm operates, build practical administration and client service skills, and work alongside people who are committed to helping you develop. No legal experience is required – we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to learn.
For more information and how to apply – click here.
Applications close 8 November 2026.
Shields Heritage is a commercial firm with offices in Launceston and Kingston.
We are currently seeking
- A probate paralegal,
- a Commercial Solicitor with a minimum of 5+ years post admission experience in general commercial practice , and
- a secretary with experience in commercial law to assist a solicitor of 15 years experience,
for positions in our Launceston office available now.
We are a small team and are looking to add to that with applicants who work well with others but who are also able to work independently.
Consideration will be given to both part time and full time applicants.
Remuneration will be commensurate to experience.
To apply, please submit your resume addressed to the Managing Partner via email – shields@shieldsheritage.com
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
We’re looking to hire for a Senior Legal Counsel on a permanent part-time basis (3-4 days). The role sits in our Legal and Governance team who are responsible for providing high quality legal, governance, compliance and related services to the entire business, collaborating a partnering with business units to deliver TasWater’s strategic objectives to be trusted, respected and making a positive difference in Tasmania.
If this opportunity aligns with your skills and interests, we’d love for you to click here – Senior Legal Counsel Job in Hobart TAS – SEEK – to learn more.
Applications close 23 October 2026.
Use your legal expertise where fairness, animal welfare and public confidence matter.
Tasracing is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Tasracing Integrity Unit (TIU). In this role, you will advise on investigations and enforcement, prepare matters for hearing, and help ensure decisions across thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing are evidence-based and legally sound.
If you enjoy practical legal problem-solving, advocacy and working closely with investigators and decision-makers, we would love to hear from you.
For more information and how to apply – click here.
We are seeking an Employment & Safety Associate or Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Employment & Safety team.
This is an opportunity to work on a broad range of employment, industrial relations and workplace health and safety matters for clients across Tasmania and beyond. You’ll be supported by experienced Principals, work directly with clients and play a key role in helping employers manage risk, resolve workplace challenges and achieve practical, commercially sound outcomes.
For more information and how to apply – click here.
Applications close 1 November 2026.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This role presents an opportunity for a motivated commercial lawyer to take the next step up in their career. We are seeking a commercial lawyer with 3 – 5 years post admission experience. The ability to maintain and develop client relationships is a must, as is the ability to work autonomously.
Butler McIntyre & Butler’s commercial team is a close knit, collaborative team. We pride ourselves on our team-orientated culture and our ability to work together in a friendly and collegiate environment.
This role offers exposure to a broad range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions and disposals, commercial leasing, property development, due diligence, property-related transactions and agreements, and general commercial property advice.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
We are looking for a professional, adaptable and reliable lawyer, with an eagerness to provide high-quality legal service to clients. To succeed in this role it is essential that you:
- Hold an Australian Practising Certificate;
- Have 3-5 years’ post-admission experience in commercial law, with a strong focus on commercial property;
- Have strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and property-related agreements;
- Have the ability to manage a variety of commercial property matters, from straightforward transactions through to more complex property transactions and advice;
- Demonstrate a strong client focus and ability to build and maintain client relationships;
- Work collaboratively as part of a team while managing matters autonomously;
- Work well within a team environment, whilst being able to manage client matters autonomously;
- Demonstrate initiative, sound judgement and a proactive approach; and
- Be adaptable and willing to learn.
JOIN A LEADING TEAM
For the past 200 years, Butler McIntyre & Butler has been assisting a broad range of clients, including small and medium-sized businesses, executors and administrators, builders, contractors, bodies corporate and banking institutions.
CAREER BENEFITS & WORKPLACE HIGHLIGHTS
We’ve worked hard to build an environment where our employees can grow and thrive in their careers within a culture of respect for each other and our work. We offer our people:
- Quality and fulfilling work opportunities;
- Flexible working arrangements where required;
- Realistic budget expectations;
- The opportunity to manage your own matters and projects, with support from our experienced leadership team;
- Career pathways;
- Access to great technical support;
- A thriving calendar of employee events, benefits and initiatives; and
- An attractive remuneration package.
Please apply directly through Seek or send any queries and or applications through to:
Leeza Woodroffe
HR/Payroll Office
Butler McIntyre & Butler
GPO Box 980
Hobart TAS 7001
E: lwoodroffe@bmbtas.com
- Hobart, Tasmania
As a Graduate Legal Officer, you will work part-time while undertaking your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP). Upon completion of your GDLP, you will commence fulltime work with the Department. This structure allows you to develop and refine your legal skills in a supportive environment while gaining exposure to a diverse range of public sector legal services and career pathways.
As a participant in the Legal Graduate Program, you will be supported to undertake a variety of legal tasks and experiences that contribute to your professional growth. These opportunities are designed to help you:
- Build confidence and competence through hands-on legal work, including research, drafting and assisting with straightforward legal matters.
- Develop professional judgment by engaging with real-world legal issues and clients.
- Strengthen your understanding of government legal practice and the broader policy and legislative environment.
In addition to on-the-job experience, you will participate in a structured professional development program that includes skills-based workshops, mentoring and coaching, and networking opportunities.
Duties:
- Undertake the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course.
- To assist experienced legal practitioners in relation to basic and routine matters.
- Undertake research, analyse information, make recommendations and provide advice.
- Develop and maintain relevant documentation such as files, plans, reports and correspondence.
- Liaise with stakeholders where required.
- Provide secretariat administrative and general support as required.
For further information regarding the duties of the position, and how to apply, please visit the jobs website www.jobs.tas.gov.au under Department of Justice.
Salary: $77,850 to $90,842
Vacancy No: Multiple positions (524879)
Location: Hobart
Closing Date: 8 November 2026
For more information contact:
Toni Heffernan
Senior Consultant, Organisational Design
Phone: 03 6165 4950
Email: HR.OrgDesign@justice.tas.gov.au
TasWater’s 13-week Summer Placement Program offers university students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build valuable professional connections, and contribute to projects that help shape Tasmania’s future.
This paid program is designed to help you apply your studies in a real-world environment, grow your confidence, and explore potential career pathways while working alongside experienced professionals. From delivering essential water and wastewater services to supporting major infrastructure, sustainability and innovation initiatives, you’ll be part of an organisation making a genuine difference to communities across the state.
There is one opening for a student in their penultimate year of study in our Legal and Governance team, working with our in-house lawyers and governance and compliance team.
More information about the program and how to apply is on our website – Summer Placement Program | TasWater
- Full or part-time position
- Workload and hours negotiable
Looking for a family lawyer with post admission experience to join our team. We are a busy rural firm operating for over 40 years. There is plenty of work. Full or part time position available.
Please email Tim on tim@bakerwilsondavies.com.au or his mobile 0447 772 157. All applications will be kept strictly confidential.
Mead Family Law are looking for a self-starting, motivated legal practitioner with at least two years’ post admission experience in Family Law. This role will suit an ambitious and organised practitioner looking to be a member of a small, experienced Family Law practice, with the opportunity of ample work both as solicitor and as counsel. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to be involved in complex litigation in Family Law parenting matters, Family Law property matters, Child Safety applications (as child representative), and Family Violence matters.
This is an opportunity to join a busy practice, and to assist senior practitioners with complex matters, as well as allowing the applicant to grow their own practice specialising in the area of Family Law.
Qualifications and Experience
- We seek a practitioner with at least two years’ post admission experience in the area of Family Law, Child Protection and/or Family Violence.
- Prior experience in family litigation is an advantage.
- Experience in preparing and running defended matters.
Responsibilities within the firm
- Successful applicant will work closely with the directors of the firm on complex matters in relation to Family Law litigation and associated areas.
- Drafting Family Law, Family Violence, and Child Safety Court documents.
- Legal Research.
- Attending upon clients, taking instructions, settling documents and attending at Court.
An attractive salary package, and flexible working conditions including working from home (including some Court appearances) are offered.
Applications can be forwarded to tess@meadfl.com.au and we look forward to reading your current resume and covering letter addressing this advertisement.
Clare & Gee Lawyers Launceston are seeking a Commercial Lawyer (commercial, conveyancing, estate planning and administration)
For more information and how to apply, contact Clarke & Gee on 6331 4433 or office@clarkeandgee.com.au.
An opportunity exists for a Legal Practitioner with at least 2 years PAE in civil and commercial litigation in a small Hobart firm. The role is perfect for an ambitious and driven practitioner looking to become a member of a dynamic firm working across a broad litigation practice area, ideally with experience appearing in courts and tribunals, dealing with clients and other solicitors and exercising some autonomy with file carriage and maintenance with remote working arrangements optional. The successful applicant will be exposed to complex litigation in the following areas, to name a few: Partnership Disputes, Director and Shareholder Disputes, Property Disputes, Securities Enforcement, Consumer Law Disputes and Franchise Disputes. This firm is a contemporary and dynamic firm, encouraging and assisting practitioners to develop and grow their own practice, specialising in an area (or areas) that they enjoy whilst working closely with an experienced practitioner who can offer supervision and mentoring.
Qualifications & experience
- at least 2 years post-admission experience preferred
- experience in civil and commercial litigation an advantage
- experience in court appearances
Tasks & responsibilities
- Working closely with Principal on complex matters in relation to general commercial litigation and insolvency.
- Drafting a range of associated documentation
- Legal research
- Attending client meetings and court hearings
Attractive salary package with flexible working conditions, including working from home, on offer.
If this sounds like the job for you, please email your details to convey@psalaw.com.au, enclosing your current resume and covering letter/email addressing the above.