Manager Legal Services - Commercial, Property

Are You a People-Focused Legal Leader Ready for Your Next Bold Move?
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional to step into a senior leadership role with real impact, clear career growth, and the support of a collaborative, high-performing team.

Why This Role?

As a Senior Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team within the NHVR’s Legal Services Unit, deliver strategic advice, and help steer the legal direction of a national regulator. From major contracts and property to insurance, your work will end up touching every corner of the organisation.

You’ll work closely with the Director, Legal Services to:

• Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals in the Property and Commercial team within the Legal Services Unit
• Oversee commercial, procurement, IP, insurance, and property legal matters
• Contribute to contract and lease management strategies
• Manage legal risk and support strategic decisions
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and drive a positive team culture

What You’ll Bring

• Admission to practice law in Australia
• 10+ years’ legal experience (commercial/property law or government)
• Proven people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic thinking, sound judgement, and a practical mindset

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, bring initiative, and love turning complexity into clarity. If you're solutions-focused and ready to influence change — we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Paid Christmas shutdown leave
• Ongoing professional development
• A supportive, inclusive culture
• 3-Year Full-Time Contract

About NHVR

The NHVR is Australia’s national regulator for heavy vehicles over 4.5 tonnes. We’re here to cut red tape, improve safety, and support industry innovation. With over 1100 staff across Australia, we’re committed to flexibility, inclusion, and making a difference.

If the above position sounds like an opportunity for you, apply today with your CV and cover letter. For any further information visit our website https://careers.nhvr.gov.au Candidates are required to apply by 20 June 2025.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team on recruitment@nhvr.gov.au Successful applications will be subject to a background check which includes a criminal history check.