The Portable Long Service Authority (the Authority) is a self-funded statutory body established to administer the Long Service Benefits Portability Act 2018.
The Act, together with the Long Service Benefits Portability Regulations 2020, provides a Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme.
The Authority plays an important role in allowing workers in the community services, contract cleaning, and security industries to build up long service benefits based on time in their industry rather than with a single employer.
We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that celebrates achievements and allows everyone to contribute to our success.About the roleThe Authority is seeking a lawyer to work on a diverse range of matters within its growing team.
Reporting to the Managing Principal Lawyer, you will be provided support from the team and given autonomy to work on challenging matters while developing your legal skills.
You will work with internal stakeholders and deal with a range of legal and factual complexities requiring legal research and analysis.
You will be joining a high performing and cohesive team that believes in work/life balance and supports learning and development.About youYou will be admitted to practice law in Victoria.Have some criminal law or civil debt recovery experience.Demonstrated experience working in-house with a regulator, or a passion to learn and develop in this area will also be highly regarded.Strong writing ability and communication skills for varied audiences.A 'can do' approach to work.Why work at the AuthorityLocated in the heart of Bendigo, where you can enjoy a modern and collaborative working environment with open plan workspaces, fully equipped meeting rooms, and state-of-the-art facilities.We value work-life balance and offer hybrid working options, including two days of work from home per week.You can benefit from above award wages and annual salary increases under the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement.Generous leave entitlements, along with paid study leave, paid parental leave, purchased leave, and more.Learning and development opportunities, annual performance plans, public sector networking, along with on-the-job learning and development.Your well-being is important to us, which is why we offer a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program, as well as other health and well-being initiatives.How to applyPlease click the Apply button on this advertisement.
Applications should include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (Max.
1 page).
Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt, or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
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