Principal Solicitor - Melbourne City Centre, Australia - Department of Justice and Community Safety

Department of Justice and Community Safety

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Melbourne City Centre, Australia

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Challenging, diverse and professionally fulfilling work on matters unique to the public sector

Working on transactional matters and highprofile property matters as a trusted legal partner to the Victorian Government
Hybrid working from home/office environment
Ongoing | Fulltime
VPS 6.1 $130,673 $152,772 + superannuation per annum (depending on experience)

About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) vision is to be the Victorian Government's trusted legal partner.
The VGSO provides responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector. Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment.

In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values:
Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration and Excellence.
About the branch

The Commercial, Property and Technology (CP&T) Branch assists government clients to conduct significant transactions and projects, manage their corporate affairs and acquire, manage or dispose of land, goods or services.

The branch offers specialist services in commercial transactions, IP/IT, property and Native Title. It offers deep commercial expertise with a government perspective.
About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Principal Solicitor with developed property law skills, to make a strong and meaningful contribution as an important team member within the Commercial, Property & Technology Branch.

Specifically, this role will appeal to you if wish to perform challenging and interesting legal work for State Government and statutory authority clients, in connection with government land and property transactions involving both Crown and freehold land, including the drafting and negotiation of various agreements relating to property and commercial transactions.

Responsibilities:

Independently prepare, manage and conduct a range of complex and/or sensitive matters including provide legal advice to government clients, particularly in relation to property issues, land transactions and public infrastructure projects;
Provide clear, concise and authoritative written and oral advice to government, including interpretation of agreements, real property concepts and statutory interpretation;
Draft, negotiate and assist in settling a range of complex property and commercial agreements, including commercial leases and licences, contracts of sale and land use and development agreements;
Undertake research and analysis on complex and challenging matters; and
Supervise, lead and mentor junior solicitors.

Skills and experience

Admitted to practice as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of Victoria;
Strong knowledge and understanding of principles and practice of property law in both transactional and advisory capacities;
Excellent interpersonal, communication and client relationship management skills
Flexibility and the ability to manage competing priorities
Proven experience supervising, leading and mentoring staff
Enthusiasm for working in a government law office

Benefits:

VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge.

You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.
VGSO embraces flexibility and welcomes a conversation to help you achieve work-life balance.

We currently work in a hybrid environment with employees enjoying a balance of working from home and in the office.

How to apply
Applications must include a cover letter and resume.

Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant experience in their cover letter.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 3 April 2024.