* Utilise your legal expertise to provide support and advice to theOffice of the General Counselbranch
* 1 x ongoingopportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service
* VPS Grade 5:$113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.
About Us:
An opportunity to join a high-profile team, at the centre of government, to advise and lead on a variety of legal matters across the justice system.
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is responsible for the provision of in-house legal services across the Department of Justice and Community Safety, to the Attorney-General as First Law Officer, and to other DJCS Ministers.
About the Role:
The Public Law and Litigation team within OGC leads the delivery of legal services on constitutional, administrative and public law issues, and litigation faced by DJCS and Ministers, including managing the conduct and coordination of high-profile disputes and inquiries on behalf of the State.
Some of your duties will include:
* Providing solutions based legal and policy advice, both written and oral, on issues relevant to government, ministers, and the department, both individually and as part of a team of solicitors.
* Independently managing multiple complex and sensitive matters (both litigation and advisory) for various clients.
* Undertaking legal research and analysis on complex legal matters with outstanding statutory interpretation skills.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About You:
As an ideal candidate, you will possess:
* Technical legal skills with the ability to analyse complex legal issues, interpret legislation and develop accurate legal solutions with minimal supervision.
* Experience providing legal advice at a senior level in relation to administrative, public, and human rights law matters.
* Experience in, or knowledge of, Victorian Government and Cabinet processes.
* Admitted, or eligible to be admitted, to practice as a legal practitioner in Victoria.
How to Apply:
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. 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.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
In accordance with the Jobs and Skills Exchange Recruitment Policy, only Victorian Public Service employees are eligible to apply for this position. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and external contractors, are not eligible to apply.