Principal Solicitor

7 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

THE ROLE
Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, the Principal Solicitor will assist with the management of the Families and Communities Team which plays a central role in managing and providing timely legal advice and representation for key stakeholders that is strategic and practical, which includes senior executive members within the department and portfolio Ministers supported by the department. Your advice must be clear, accurate and appropriate to meeting the client's needs.
Your legal work will include advising on a broad range of complex and significant legal issues, statutory interpretation and administrative law matters. You will manage sensitive litigation matters such as coronial inquiries, matters under the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997 (Vic) and Serious Offenders Act 2018 (Vic), and other general civil litigation claims in the portfolio of families and children and disability.
In this role, you will work closely with the Legislation and Policy team to advise on the legal aspects in the development and implementation of complex legislative projects and subordinate instruments for the relevant ministerial portfolios.
The Principal Solicitor's role is key in providing leadership and support to more junior solicitors in the team.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide authoritative advice on complex legal and policy issues, and prepare high level briefings and correspondence reflecting a strong understanding of cross government legal policy considerations.
- Leading the delivery of high quality, client focused and cost-effective legal services in relation to highly complex and sensitive matters. Work with the Legislation and Policy team to manage the development and implementation of primary and subordinate legislation proposals and policy reforms, including identifying legal risks and providing practical recommendations to address such risks.
- Participate in strategic planning and contribute to strategic decision-making impacting on the operating environment.

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