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Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is an integrated transport infrastructure and precincts planning project that will deliver a 90km rail line linking every major train service from the Frankston Line to the Werribee Line via Melbourne Airport, as well as investment in the suburbs, better connecting Victorians to jobs, retail, education, health services and each other. Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) is the statutory body established to plan all elements of the project, procure builders, develop structure planning for SRL Precincts and oversee construction and the other changes that will help transform Melbourne and Victoria.
SRL is more than a rail project. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to plan for and prepare our city and state to meet the needs of future Victorians, and we can't do it alone. We are on the lookout for people with drive, expertise, fresh ideas and new perspectives to deliver Victoria's biggest ever infrastructure project. You will be part of history in the making, and while we're at it, we will be shaping your future too.
About the opportunityProviding legal advice and recommendations in relation to complex legal issues, as they relate to the procurement and delivery of SRL East packages
Assisting in the procurement of SRL East packages, including the preparation of procurement documentation, evaluation materials, contract documents, negotiation and award of SRL East contracts
Assisting in the delivery of SRL East packages, including the preparation of delivery readiness materials and contract documentation, and providing ad hoc advice, as required
Managing the timely resolution of legal or contractual matters with due consideration of alternative or competing priorities, including working closely with engineering, commercial and transaction specialists
Interfacing with SRLA's external advisors, in particular SRLA's external legal advisors, to ensure a consistent and agreed approach is taken on commercial and legal positions which support SRLA's expectations
Providing high quality advice to the SRL East package teams, the Head of Legal, Land & Infrastructure, and the Executive General Manager Commercial and Legal on legal issues related to SRLA's activities, including matters relating to legislation, contracting, interfaces, utility service providers, procurement and public law matters
Preparation of SRLA approval and briefing material and provision of ad hoc legal advice to other SRLA divisions to achieve desired outcomes
Admitted, or eligible to be admitted, as a legal practitioner to the Supreme Court of Victoria or similar jurisdiction within Australia
Currently hold, or eligible to hold, a valid Practising Certificate
Legal experience gained working on legal matters in a government, major infrastructure project context or comparable industry
Analytical skills with the ability to identify and deal with critical legal and commercial issues
Experience in performing legal research on complex issues and providing sound recommendations
Ability to produce timely, concise and accurate legal documentation, reports and briefings
Interpersonal and communication skills, with the proven ability to engage and manage project stakeholders, build effective working relationships and present complex information in an easily understood format
An emphasis on work / life balance
High-performing team environment
Equal opportunity employer
Personal & Professional development opportunities
Committed to safety & wellbeing
How to applyPlease include a Cover Letter and Resume. We want to know why you want to work for Suburban Rail Loop Authority, why you are interested in the role, and, taking into account the Key Selection Criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.
Please note, appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
Our People Strategy and Gender Equality Action Plan are designed to enhance diversity in our workplace through targeted attraction strategies. If you have any questions related to recruitment, please feel free to reach out to the recruitment adviser or hiring manager mentioned in the position description.
For individuals with disabilities requiring adjustments during the recruitment process, our Inclusion team is here to provide support. The inclusion mailbox (******) is specifically for those seeking further information about targeted recruitment strategies and for individuals with disabilities requiring adjustments. Please contact us, and we will ensure your needs are met during the application and recruitment process.
SRLA is committed to providing a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and partners consistent with its obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this, SRLA recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated.
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Job type:Ongoing - Full Time
Job classification:VPSG5
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