Assistant General Counsel

Company description:

About ST Vic

'Safe journeys, every time'. This is what we strive for at ST Vic.

As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that is safe and inspires confidence for users.

Job description:

Why choose us

At ST Vic, we are working to redefine the standard for regulatory practices in the transportation sector. As a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we are committed to shaping the future of safe and efficient transport for our community.

Joining our in-house legal team means becoming an integral part of a high-performing, collaborative, and adaptable inhouse legal practice dedicated to excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, including harnessing technology to find better ways of working.

Work type:

Permanent Ongoing

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at ST Vic for an Assistant General Counsel to lead a highly capable and high-performing team in delivering best practice legal and governance services. Reporting to the Director, Legal Services & General Counsel, you will manage a team with a diverse portfolio spanning administrative law, commercial and contract law, statutory interpretation, workplace relations, litigation, privacy, freedom of information (FOI), and governance.

In this pivotal role, you will champion people development and actively drive improvement in how the legal and governance function engages and collaborates with the broader organisation. You will also be expected to exercise sound judgment in assessing legal risk, prioritising high-impact matters while streamlining or deferring lower-risk issues to maximise efficiency. Most importantly, you will guide the team in addressing diverse and impactful legal matters while contributing to ST Vic's mission of safe journeys, every time.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the provision of solutions focused and practical legal advice across a broad range of matters, aligned with organisational goals.
• Leading a team of legal professionals fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture focused on engagement with the business, risk assessment and leveraging the benefits of technology.
• Driving strategic legal management and ensuring clear communication of insights to key stakeholders.
• Supporting organisational goals by positioning the legal team as a trusted business partner.
• Building effective internal and external stakeholder relationships to strengthen compliance, governance, and informed decision-making.

About You

You're a legal professional with:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset with a desire to proactively build rapport with others.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, inspiring a culture of engagement and inclusivity.
• A solutions-based approach to legal service delivery, focused on effectively managing risk and delivering practical outcomes that align with organisational priorities.
• A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, embracing new ways to elevate legal practices and outcomes.

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Qualifications

A relevant degree in law and a current Victorian legal practicing certificate.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Travis McKay, Director Legal Services & General Counsel via email  or mobile

It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing, and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence, including at ST Vic workplaces.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with Safe Transport Victoria. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

What we offer you?

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of flexible work arrangements, providing professional development programs and supporting ways of working that help employees balance work and life. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, are from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+.

A workplace committed to safety and wellbeing

ST Vic is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all its people, including contractors and visitors. We have a strong focus on initiating wellness events for our people to foster a sense of enjoyment and positive mental health. In some instances, ST Vic also offers flexible working arrangements.

Diversity and Inclusion

ST Vic's broad diversity program enables us to attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce to foster greater innovation, greater customer connection and increased wellbeing and satisfaction.

Learning and Development

We want you to grow, develop and learn with us ST Vic provides you with access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter of no more than 1 page in length addressing your skills, experience and interest in the position.

Applications close at midnight 2nd april 2025