Legal Counsel Network Infrastructure and Operations

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We have an exciting opportunity at nbn for a Legal Counsel. This role will report to the General Counsel – Network Infrastructure and Operations. This role is part of the Networks, Operations, Technology and Security Legal team.

A bit about your role

As a Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting the legal needs of nbn’s Networks and Operations teams. You will provide expert legal advice across a broad range of commercial matters, with a particular focus on network infrastructure contracts, delivery partner contracts, and general commercial contracting (e.g. technology, managed service providers, corporate, etc). Your work will help ensure compliance, manage legal risk, and enable strategic decision-making that supports nbn’s purpose of lifting the digital capability of Australia.

In this role, you will be a trusted advisor to the business, contributing to negotiations, drafting and reviewing contracts, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver commercially sound outcomes. You will also work closely with legal peers across other portfolios, supporting cross-functional initiatives and contributing to a cohesive and responsive legal team.

A bit about you

You are a commercially minded legal professional with a strong foundation in contract law. You have at least 4 – 5 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a reputable law firm and complemented by in-house exposure. You bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to your work and are confident navigating complex agreements, providing clear and considered advice, and supporting negotiations with care and precision.

Your experience may span a range of industries, but you are particularly comfortable working in regulated, infrastructure, or technology-driven environments. You thrive in a team that values purpose and partnership, and you bring a calm, thoughtful presence to fast-paced and evolving challenges. If you’re looking to contribute your legal expertise to a purpose-led organisation making a real impact across Australia, we’d love to hear from you.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, and their Employer of Choice for 2025.

Equal Opportunities for All 

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role will be a permanent position and applications for this role will close at midnight Sunday, 6th July 2025.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.