50% of professionals earn between $90,000 - $200,000 AUD
The median salary is $135,000
The average salary for a Legal Counsel in Australia is AUD 90,000 - AUD 200,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 167,500 per year, based on 12,234 active job listings.
The cities with the most Legal Counsel job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 2,656 job openings.
Leading employers for Legal Counsel roles in Australia include Wolf & Williams, Atherton Davis, Resimax Group, Suburban Rail Loop Authority, UnitingCare Queensland.
Explore 12,234 Legal Counsel job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.