Senior Government Counsel & VGSO Leader

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Victoria; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Victorian Government Solicitors Office (VGSO) seeks a senior lawyer to become the next Victorian Government Solicitor. The role leads VGSO, providing authoritative legal advice to the Victorian Government on constitutional issues, FOI, native title, and procurement.

Applicants must have a law degree and be admitted to practice as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The appointment is for up to five years, with remuneration within the Victorian Public Sector EO1 range,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in law.
• Admitted to practice as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Head the Victorian Government Solicitors Office and oversee high-quality legal advice to the Victorian Government.

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Job description

The Victorian Government Solicitors Office (VGSO) seeks a senior lawyer to become the next Victorian Government Solicitor. The role leads VGSO, providing authoritative legal advice to the Victorian Government on constitutional issues, FOI, native title, and procurement.

Applicants must have a law degree and be admitted to practice as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The appointment is for up to five years, with remuneration within the Victorian Public Sector EO1 range,