Principal Solicitor, Land Acquisition & Planning (Hybrid)

Victorian Government; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 143,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) is recruiting a Principal Solicitor to join the Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment team. You will provide expert advice and litigation services on complex land, planning and environment matters for government clients.

Reporting to a Managing Principal Solicitor, you will independently manage significant matters, lead a team of solicitors and contribute to knowledge sharing while strengthening client relationships across the State.

Qualifications

• Experience in land acquisition, planning and environment law or related areas.
• Ability to provide expert and authoritative written and oral legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage advisory and litigation matters for government clients.
• Supervise, mentor and develop solicitors and paralegals.
• Deliver high-quality legal services with strong client relationships across the public sector.

Skills

Legal expertise

Litigation experience

Leadership

Client relations

Public sector experience

Admitted to practice

Education

Legal practitioner admission

Job description

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) is recruiting a Principal Solicitor to join the Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment team. You will provide expert advice and litigation services on complex land, planning and environment matters for government clients.

Reporting to a Managing Principal Solicitor, you will independently manage significant matters, lead a team of solicitors and contribute to knowledge sharing while strengthening client relationships across the State.