Senior Transport Legal Lead - Infrastructure & PPPs

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a senior legal professional to lead complex advising, risk assessment and contract drafting for major infrastructure projects. You will engage with diverse stakeholders and ensure alignment with public sector values.

Applicants must be admitted in Victoria with eligibility for a Victorian practising certificate and have substantial post-qualification experience. Close date and contact details are provided in the posting.

Qualifications

• Admitted as a lawyer in Victoria with eligibility for a Victorian practising certificate.
• At least 8 years post-qualification legal experience.
• Experience in private practice or in-house roles, ideally involving commercial agreements, PPPs or major infrastructure.
• Ability to provide high-level legal advice, assess risk, ensure quality and strategic alignment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Legal drafting

Education

Victorian practising certificate

Job description

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a senior legal professional to lead complex advising, risk assessment and contract drafting for major infrastructure projects. You will engage with diverse stakeholders and ensure alignment with public sector values.

Applicants must be admitted in Victoria with eligibility for a Victorian practising certificate and have substantial post-qualification experience. Close date and contact details are provided in the posting.