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Senior Legal Counsel

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join our team at the Victorian Government Solicitor's Office. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and guidance to government clients on matters related to native title, cultural heritage, and human rights.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise on compliance with the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) and/or the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010 (Vic) for infrastructure projects and mining;
  • Advise senior clients from across the public sector on Traditional Owner rights and government decision making in the areas of native title, cultural heritage, and human rights;
  • Coordinate matters, counsel, and experts and manage junior lawyers across the Native Title team, supporting subject matter experts in policy responses, legislative projects, and litigation;
  • Act in native title claims, litigation regarding Traditional Owner rights and government decision making, and related mediations and case management hearings.

Requirements:

  • Strong management and leadership skills, including supervision of junior and mid-level lawyers on small and large projects and files;
  • Ability to coordinate a busy practice in a fee-for-service environment;
  • Highly developed knowledge and understanding of basic principles and practice of native title, a distinct advantage;
  • Strong understanding of, and experience in, statutory interpretation;
  • Demonstrated ability to carry out complex legal research and analysis;
  • Ability to efficiently provide expert and authoritative written and oral advice;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client relationship management skills.

About the Team:

The role sits within the Commercial, Property, and Technology Branch, which assists government clients to conduct significant transactions and projects, manage their corporate affairs, and acquire, manage, or dispose of land, goods, or services. The branch offers specialist services in IP/IT, property, and Native Title, with a focus on providing deep commercial expertise with a government perspective.

About the Victorian Government Solicitor's Office:

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) provides legal services exclusively for the State. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice, striving for excellence in a competitive environment. Our values include Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration, and Excellence.