Solicitor, Commercial Law

Solicitor, Commercial Law

• Salary: $79,122 to $87,599 (Plus Superannuation)
• Ongoing, full-time role (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)

The Role

This position is a member in the Commercial Law Unit within the Legal and Legislation Branch, which deals with (among other things) funding arrangements, intellectual property, licensing, property including leasing, international offices and major projects.

The successful applicant will undertake a wide variety of work, primarily with responsibility for providing advice and drafting documentation on Commercial Law matters affecting the Department.

Key accountabilities:

• Provide legal advice and undertake research and analysis on legal, legislative and policy issues and proposals.
• Convey legal concepts and advice to clients, staff and stakeholders.
• Apply sound theoretical and practical legal knowledge in the development of advice and in drafting and reviewing a range of legal documentation, including agreements and instruments.
• Assist with a range of legal projects under direction, including attending to routine matters under supervision.

The Team

The position of Solicitor forms a part of the Legal and Legislation branch within the Corporate Services Group.

The Branch's role is to provide high quality legal and legislative advice and services on a broad range of matters across the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR).

The Department supports a diverse range of portfolios, including:

• Economic Growth and Jobs;
• Industry and Advanced Manufacturing;
• Creative Industries;
• Tourism, Sport and Major Events;
• Outdoor Recreation;
• Community Sport;
• Small Business and Employment;
• Skills and TAFE; and
• Regional Development.

About You

Having completed your Law degree and been admitted or eligible to be admitted to practise as a lawyer in Victoria, you will bring to this role demonstrated experience as a government lawyer or in a corporate or private practice.

Use your knowledge and understanding of commercial law principles, and experience in drafting a wide range of legal documentation in a commercial context, to contribute towards the vital work of this branch.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lachlan Richards, Managing Principal Solicitor, Commercial Law, at

The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are accredited as a Disability Confident Recruitment (DCR) organisation and committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on , or via email at  with the position number in the subject line.

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.

Applications close at 23:59pm on 27 August 2025.