Managing Principal Solicitor

Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Managing Principal Solicitor will report to the Head of Legal, Corporate, Construction and Property and will oversee legal services for Homes Victoria’s major projects, including the High-rise Redevelopment Program. The role focuses on delivering sound legal advice across the social housing portfolio and works with internal teams and external advisors.

You will supervise a team of lawyers supporting renter engagement and relocation, drive continuous improvement across Legal Services and lead

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Lead the provision of specialist legal advice on complex issues for Homes Victoria projects.
• Identify emerging legal issues and advise on policy and process improvements.
• Lead strategic litigation and provide advice to achieve government aims.

Job description

THE ROLEThe Managing Principal Solicitor will report to the Head of Legal, Corporate, Construction and Property, and be responsible for overseeing legal services associated with Homes Victoria's major projects, including in particular the High-rise Redevelopment Program.A key focus for the role is the legal aspects of delivering Homes Victoria's social housing portfolio and pipeline of major projects, including the High-rise Redevelopment Program. This includes advising on a broad range of activities in conjunction with Homes Victoria's internal teams and external advisors/stakeholders, providing advice and guidance where required.This role will also be responsible for supervising and managing a team of lawyers including senior solicitors and solicitors supporting renter engagement and relocation.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDELead the provision of authoritative and specialist advice on complex legal issues in the delivery of high quality, client focused and cost-effective legal services in relation to complex and sensitive matters.Lead the identification and advise on new and emerging issues within the law and their long-term implications for the department, leading reviews of significant cases or legislative changes to identify system, process and policy improvements, working collaboratively across Legal Services in the development of continuous improvement.Utilise strong specialist knowledge and skills to lead the strategic litigation of matters, providing specialist advice to achieve the departmental and/or government policy aims and reforms.Please open the position description to read more.HOW TO APPLYApplicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)Please apply to submit your interest in this position.