Senior Principal Solicitor & Legal Strategy Lead

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 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