Principal Lawyer – Corporate

Principal Lawyer – Corporate & Commercial

• Business critical position where you'll be able to make an immediate impact
• Permanent position providing significant opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible working environment in a team that prides themselves on collaboration

V/Line is experiencing significant growth. We're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and major projects.

With more than 3,700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and vast rail infrastructure, millions of Victorians depend on us every day. You could be one of our 2,500 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

As our new Principal Lawyer for Corporate & Commercial, you'll play a crucial role in effectively managing V/Line's Corporate and Commercial legal work and legal risks.

Reporting to the Director - Legal, the successful candidate's responsibilities will include understanding the pressure points, strategy and objectives of V/Line's business, and providing outcomes-focussed legal, commercial and contractual advice.  It will involve effective communication of legal risks and issues involved in any decision to internal clients.

The role requires the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external. You'll also have the opportunity to provide day to day supervision, leadership and management to junior lawyers in the Legal team.

As well as performing duties specified in this position description, an employee may be required to undertake other duties or functions consistent with their classification, capabilities, and skills.

About you

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• 5+ years legal practicing experience within a Corporate and Commercial environment
• Tertiary qualifications in Law
• Hold (or eligible to immediately hold) current Legal Practising Certificate
• Proven experience managing/mentoring junior legal professionals
• Strong contract interpretation and drafting skills
• Established experience building relationships and effectively communicating with a variety of stakeholders, at all levels of seniority
• Demonstrated experience within Government (highly desirable)

Remuneration for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate's aligned skills and experience to the position.

A full position description will be made available to interviewees.

In addition to free Myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential – We're transforming, and you can to. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team – You'll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

How to Apply

Please use the 'Apply' button to submit your application, including a cover letter addressing the key criteria (About you) and a current resume.

The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, medical assessment, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.

Remuneration for this position will be in line with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administrative Employees Agreement 2023 / Asset Management Enterprise Agreement 2023).

V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.