Lead Transport Lawyer: Contracts, PPPs & Infrastructure
Department of Transport and Planning
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Job summary
The Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria seeks a Managing Principal Lawyer, Bus, Tram and Road. This role leads a legal team delivering commercially focused advice on tram and bus contracts, road management and large transport infrastructure projects.
The successful candidate will mentor lawyers, collaborate with the Director Legal and help shape strategic decisions for major operations. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, identify risks, draft government
Qualifications
- Requires admission as a lawyer in Victoria and eligibility for Victorian practising certificate.
- At least 8 years post-qualification legal experience desirable, with exposure to complex commercial work.
- Experience in private practice or in-house roles involving commercial agreements, PPPs or major infrastructure is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert, commercially focused legal advice on tram and bus contracts, road management and major transport infrastructure.
- Lead and mentor the legal team and support the Director Legal.
- Draft key legal and government documents and identify emerging legal risks.
- Advise on strategic directions to support transport operations and infrastructure projects across Victoria.
Skills
Education
Job description
The Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria seeks a Managing Principal Lawyer, Bus, Tram and Road. This role leads a legal team delivering commercially focused advice on tram and bus contracts, road management and large transport infrastructure projects.
The successful candidate will mentor lawyers, collaborate with the Director Legal and help shape strategic decisions for major operations. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, identify risks, draft government
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