Solicitor

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing Full time $40,000 - $120,000 per year

THE ROLE
The solicitor role in the Property team will be required, with minimal supervision, to provide high quality legal advice, representation and support to our clients. Your advice must be clear, accurate and appropriate to meeting our clients' needs.

Your work will include advising on a broad range of property law, statutory interpretation and administrative law matters. You will also prepare property transaction agreements, other legal documents, ministerial correspondence, cabinet submissions, written reports and briefings. You will work closely with the Legislation team to advise on the legal aspects in the development and implementation of legislative projects and subordinate instruments for the Housing portfolio.

Accountabilities Include

  • Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence.
  • Support the development and implementation of legislation projects, regulations and subordinate instruments, including advising on the development of legislation, and preparing drafting instructions, explanatory memoranda, statements of compatibility and bill books.
  • Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver client focused legal services.

How To Apply
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Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs )

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

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