Principal Solicitor-Hybrid Litigation & Public Sector Impact

Victorian Government Solicitor's Office; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Part-time options

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) invites applications for a Principal Solicitor in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch. The role focuses on expert legal services to government clients, managing complex litigation, and mentoring junior solicitors.

The LDR branch handles state care, personal injury and civil matters, with a supportive, learning-focused culture. Flexible work arrangements, including part-time options and hybrid work, are welcomed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years practising experience in civil or state litigation.
• Experience conducting complex and sensitive litigation in state courts and tribunals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise strategic civil litigation.
• Independently manage a diverse caseload.
• Supervise and mentor junior solicitors and paralegals.
• Play a strategic and operational role within the team and the LDR branch.

Skills

Years of practice

Complex litigation

Legal advice (written)

Government/insurers work

Supervising staff

Client-focused problem solving

Multitasking

Managing priorities

Turnaround focus

Job description

Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) invites applications for a Principal Solicitor in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch. The role focuses on expert legal services to government clients, managing complex litigation, and mentoring junior solicitors.

The LDR branch handles state care, personal injury and civil matters, with a supportive, learning-focused culture. Flexible work arrangements, including part-time options and hybrid work, are welcomed.