Location: Australian Capital Territory or New South Wales (Onsite/Hybrid opportunities available)
Type: Permanent
Summary
SovereignSourced connects businesses with top talent and smart solutions to help them grow and succeed. We’re proud to partner with AQMN Legal, a specialist Defence law firm dedicated to empowering companies within the Defence sector.
Together, we’re hiring a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with government procurement experience.
About the Role
We are seeking forward-thinking a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with demonstrated government procurement experience who are eager to step beyond traditional legal practice. At AQMN, your entrepreneurial mindset will be encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on client success.
You’ll apply your expertise in contract law, procurement, probity, and corporate governance to deliver practical, innovative commercial solutions. Your legal advisory work will go beyond conventional legal research and drafting—you’ll be a key part of multidisciplinary teams that solve complex government challenges with agility and precision.
Salary Range
Salaries for Corporate & Commercial Lawyer – Government Procurement roles range from $120k to $150k including super, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver legal advisory services in government procurement, corporate governance, and commercial contracting
Draft and negotiate contracts, provide probity advice, and support high-value Commonwealth procurement activities
Interpret legislation and case law to develop innovative commercial solutions
Provide practical legal guidance across the procurement and contracting lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional client and internal teams on strategic matters
Participate in AAT litigation proceedings, where applicable
Contribute to a culture of mentorship, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
Skills and Experience
Security Clearance: AGSVA NV1 (Minimum) required, or the ability to obtain one
Practising Certificate in ACT or NSW (or ability to obtain one)
2–5 years PQE in Commercial or Corporate Law
Experience in at least one of the following: Litigation, Contracting, Government Procurement, Probity, Governance
Strong legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills
AAT litigation experience (Desirable)
Ability to think critically, commercially, and creatively in a legal context
Benefits of Joining
You will be joining a dynamic, high-performing small business that goes beyond the norm to deliver extraordinary outcomes for their clients. Their tight-knit, collaborative team culture, ensures everyone is supported, trusted, and empowered to make a real impact.
Join a team that’s trusted by Defence and national security clients to solve complex problems.
Be part of a close, values-driven team where your contribution truly matters.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and ongoing professional development.
Thrive in an environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy. environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy.