Principal Solicitor (Property), Commercial, Property & Technology Branch - Victorian Government Solicitors Office
Job posted: 22/10/2024Organisation: Victorian Government Solicitor's OfficeReference: VG/VGSO812Closes: 06/11/2024Classification: CYF6.1Salary Range: $134,593 - $157,354The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, sexual orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email
****** the VGSOThe 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.About the branchThe 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.About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Solicitor with highly developed property law skills, to join as a key member of our collaborative team and make a strong and meaningful contribution within the Commercial, Property & Technology Branch. This role will appeal to you if you wish to perform challenging and interesting legal work for State Government and statutory authority clients, in connection with government land and property transactions.ResponsibilitiesIndependently prepare, manage, and conduct a range of complex and/or sensitive matters, including providing legal advice to government clients, particularly in relation to real property issues, Crown land, land transactions and public infrastructure projects;Provide clear, concise, and authoritative written and oral advice to government, including on interpretation of agreements, real property concepts, encumbrances and statutory interpretation issues;Draft, negotiate and assist in settling a range of complex property and commercial agreements;Undertake research and analysis on complex and challenging matters;Supervise, lead and mentor junior solicitors.Skills and experienceAdmitted to practice as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of Victoria;Strong knowledge and understanding of principles and practice of real property law;Excellent interpersonal, communication and client relationship management skills;Flexibility and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively;Proven experience supervising, leading and mentoring staff;Enthusiasm to be a trusted legal partner to the Victorian Government.How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now! Applications must include a covering 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 covering letter.To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Kate Miller, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, on 0408 353 909 or via ****** close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 6 November 2024.Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.
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