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Lawyer - Education, Governance, Regulatory Compliance

20/01/2026
15/02/2026
Permanent - Part Time
Hawthorn
Corporate Advisory

Moores is a values-driven law firm committed to making a difference for our clients, our people, and our community. We are looking for an experienced lawyer (ideally 5+ PQE) to join our Organisational Clients team, focusing on Education Law.

Job Description

About the role – 0.6-0.8 FTE
You will advise schools and education bodies on regulatory compliance, enrolment, discipline, and student/parent matters. You will advise these and other clients on Privacy and risk management, with child safety experience also highly regarded.

This is an autonomous role managing end-to-end matters, with strong mentoring and development opportunities in a unique regulatory space.

Desired Skills and Experience

Who might this role suit?

  • A lawyer currently working in a school or education setting who understands the sector’s challenges.
  • Someone from a government or regulatory body with experience in compliance.
  • A commercial lawyer who wants to specialise in education law and make a real impact.

Why Moores?

  • No timesheets – we price on value, not hours.
  • Flexible hybrid work – we trust our people.
  • Career progression and tailored learning programs.
  • Inclusive, down-to-earth culture.
  • Ranked in the top 25% nationally for employee engagement.

Perks you will love

  • Extra leave options (wellbeing, volunteer, Moores Day).
  • A supportive team that thrives on collaboration.
  • A firm that innovates and makes a real social impact.
  • Free on-site carparking.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a firm that values people and purpose, apply via moores.com.au/careers or contact Belinda Balmer on (03) 9843 0415.

Please note we will only contact you if your application is successful for interview.

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