Solicitor, Corporate Governance and Advice

Environment Protection Authority; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Protection Authority in Melbourne seeks a Solicitor in the Corporate Governance & Advice team to deliver high-quality legal services across governance, public law and regulatory matters. You will manage risk and provide practical solutions to strengthen trust in EPA as Victoria's independent regulator.

The role demands strong communication and collaboration, with opportunities to work with external solicitors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary and/or postgraduate qualification in Law, admission as an Australian Legal Practitioner, and a Victorian practising certificate or eligibility to hold one.
• At least four years post-admission experience is preferred.
• Experience across governance, public law, privacy, information governance, and regulatory matters.
• Ability to coordinate with external solicitors and counsel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate and practical advice on governance, commercial, regulatory and public law matters.
• Identify and manage legal risk through clear advice and stakeholder engagement.
• Support disputes, litigation, investigations and enforcement matters, including briefs to external solicitors.
• Advise on privacy, information management, contracts and corporate governance obligations.
• Build trusted relationships and share legal knowledge across EPA through collaboration.

Skills

Legal advice

Governance

Public law

Contract drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Admission as Australian Legal Practitioner

Victorian practising certificate

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 1768

Ongoing, full time role

Salary: VPS 4 - $100,894 to $114,476 + 12% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008

About the Organisation

Ongoing, full time role

Salary: VPS 4 - $100,894 to $114,476 + 12% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008

EPA is currently transitioning to a new operating model, creating a range of opportunities across the organisation. We’re looking for talented people to join us and contribute to EPA’s important work protecting Victoria’s environment and community.

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are a workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

The EPA Experience

• See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
• Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
• On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
• Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

About the role

Housed within the Corporate Legal and Information Governance Branch, the Solicitor - Corporate Governance and Advice role provides high-quality legal advice and services across governance, public law, privacy, information governance, commercial, contractual and regulatory matters. Working with appropriate autonomy on complex matters, you will help manage legal risk, support sound organisational decisions and deliver practical legal solutions that strengthen trust in EPA as Victoria's independent environmental regulator.

In this role you will

• Provide timely, accurate and practical advice on governance, commercial, regulatory and public law matters.
• Identify and manage legal risk through clear advice, sound legal analysis and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Support disputes, litigation, investigations and enforcement matters, including briefs and instructions to external solicitors and counsel.
• Advise on privacy, information management, statutory compliance, contracts and corporate governance obligations.
• Build trusted relationships and strengthen legal knowledge across EPA through collaboration and practical guidance.

Skills and experience

• A relevant tertiary and/or postgraduate qualification in Law, admission as an Australian Legal Practitioner, and a Victorian practising certificate or eligibility to hold one. Ideally, you will have at least four years post-admission experience.
• Demonstrated experience providing clear, accurate and practical legal advice across administrative law, statutory interpretation, commercial and contractual matters, governance, litigation, dispute resolution or regulatory decision-making.
• Ability to manage legal matters of varying complexity, prepare and review legal documents and briefs, and work effectively with external solicitors and counsel.
• Strong knowledge of public sector governance, evidence, court and tribunal processes, regulatory frameworks and relevant legislation, or the ability to acquire this knowledge quickly.
• Well-developed communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-management skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Understanding of environmental regulation is desirable.

To see the full position description: Solicitor - Corporate Governance & Advice

Applicants Should Submit

• Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.
• Resume; including contact details of two referees.

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to [e-mail]

Need to know more?

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.

Applications close Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 11.59pm