Wills Manager and Lawyer

1 week ago

Melbourne Western Suburbs, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Full-time

**Salary**: $116,847 - $168,894

**Grade**:STL 6

**Occupation**:Legal

**Location**:Melbourne - Western suburbs

**Reference**:VG/TS/1877414E

Lead a high-performing team delivering expert Wills and EPA services that support Victorians in protecting their future.
- **Footscray location, with flexible, hybrid work arrangement**:

- **Lead a high-performing team delivering expert Will and EPA services**:

- ** Applications close 17 August 2025**

**About State Trustees**
- We are the Public Trustee of Victoria with a strategic vision to support Victorians in protecting and growing their legacy and financial wellbeing. With a sense of community, we offer critical financial and legal products and services including Will Writing, Powers of Attorney, Executor Services, Trustee Services and Personal Financial Administration.

**About the Role**
- We're looking for a Wills Manager and Lawyer to lead our dedicated team delivering Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs), and related services to Victorians.
- You'll provide legal oversight on complex matters, including blended families, vulnerable clients, and bespoke instructions, while driving service improvements, supporting staff development, and contributing to our broader growth strategy.
- This is a unique opportunity to combine legal expertise, operational leadership, and community impact in one role.

**What you'll be doing**
- Leading and coaching a team of Will Writers and admin professionals
- Providing expert advice on complex estate planning matters
- Reviewing and approving legal documents and clauses
- Driving service improvements and contributing to business development
- Supporting training, compliance and stakeholder engagement
- Being the legal ‘go-to' for nuanced or high-risk matters

**What you'll bring**
- A degree in Law and a current unrestricted Victorian Practising Certificate
- Experience preparing Wills, EPAs and related documents
- Strong understanding of estate planning and capacity issues
- Proven leadership in a legal or professional services setting
- A confident, clear communicator who can build strong relationships
- A proactive mindset with a focus on quality, efficiency and client outcomes

**Employee Benefits**
- At State Trustees, we offer more than a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our benefits include:

- Career development and education support
- Flexible working arrangements and purchased leave
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
- Free will preparation and retailer discounts
- Reward and recognition programs
- Inclusive and values-driven culture
- Most importantly, you will be part of an organisation that works collaboratively to improve the lives of Victorians.

**Our Culture**
- For our clients, our people and the Victorian community, we demonstrate Care, Unity, Passion - we are here, we work together and we bring our best.

**How to Apply**
- We recognise the power of diversity and creating an environment where all our people feel they belong and reflect the communities in which we live, work and serve. We care about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender identity, age, ability, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you._

- Applications close Sunday 17 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 31 July 2025

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