Principal Lawyer and Manager, Negligence and Litigation Specialist
2 weeks ago
A rare opportunity has arisen to work as a Principal Lawyer and Co-Manager of the Negligence, Litigation and Redress (NLR) unit in the Department of Education's Legal Division.
Key Responsibilities- Manage all litigated and non-litigated negligence claims brought against the department, including personal injury and property damage claims, bullying and historical sexual abuse claims.
- Oversee the department's responses to requests for information about applications for Redress.
- Work with and support the management of the Legal Division and Workplace and Education Law branch in litigation managed by the NLR unit.
- Strategic and highly experienced litigation lawyer with a sensitive and compassionate approach.
- Excellent communication, project management and stakeholder management skills.
The Department of Education is responsible for delivering and regulating state-wide learning and development services to approximately one-third of all Victorians across the early childhood and school education sectors.
The department is also one of Victoria's biggest employers, with approximately 80,000 teaching staff and around 5,000 public service employees.
Why Work with Us- Meaningful work that is varied, satisfying and rewarding.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Competitive salary.
- Diversity and inclusion.
- Employee assistance program.
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full time{"title": "Principal Lawyer and Manager, Negligence Litigation and Redress Unit", "content": "Principal Lawyer and Manager, Negligence Litigation and Redress UnitThe Department of Education's Legal Division provides critical legal services to support the delivery of the department's strategic objectives and manage legal risk. As a Principal Lawyer and...
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Education Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and strategic litigation lawyer to join our team as a Principal Lawyer and Co-Manager of the Negligence, Litigation and Redress (NLR) unit in the Department of Education's Legal Division.The NLR unit is responsible for managing all litigated and non-litigated negligence claims brought against the department,...
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Education Full time{"title": "Principal Lawyer and Manager of Litigation and Redress", "content": "About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced litigation lawyer to join our team as Principal Lawyer and Manager of Litigation and Redress. As a key member of our Legal Division, you will work closely with our management team to manage all litigated and non-litigated...
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full timeAbout the RoleA rare opportunity has arisen to work as a Senior Litigation Lawyer and Manager of the Negligence, Litigation and Redress (NLR) unit in the Legal Division of the Department of Education.Key ResponsibilitiesManage all litigated and non-litigated negligence claims brought against the department, including personal injury and property damage...
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