Solicitor

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Environment Protection Authority Full time

Solicitor, Civil Litigation & Advice
- $91,418 to $103,725 salary range
- Hybrid working options
- 200 Victoria Street Carlton

About the organisation
As Victoria's environment regulator, we set and implement environmental standards to help ensure all Victorians can enjoy clean air, healthy waterways and pollutant-free land.

**Benefits of working with the EPA**:

- Contribute to the protection of Victoria's environment and our people's health
- A focus on work/life balance and development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace with many career pathways
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangement options

About the role
Reporting to the Principal Solicitor - Litigation, the Solicitor is a member of the team which is primarily responsible for leading civil litigation matters at the EPA, as well as supporting legal reviews of regulatory activity such as permissions and notices, and corporate legal affairs. Under the direction of a Principal Solicitor, you will be responsible for advising, initiating, or responding to Victorian Civil Administration Tribunal ('VCAT') and Supreme Court litigation and preparing and implementing management strategies for legal proceedings, including appearing on behalf of EPA and preparing and instructing external solicitors and/or counsel in a range of litigation matters.
This position requires agility to undertake broader legal work as EPA's demands and priorities require. You will use your initiative to prioritise workflow in providing legal services and advice, aligned with EPA's strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.
- This is an exciting role for a motivated solicitor who wants to contribute to the success of the Environment Protection Authority Victoria ('EPA Victoria') as it enters a new era of environmental protection in Victoria
- You will be part of a team responsible for leading civil litigation matters at the EPA, as well as supporting legal reviews of regulatory activity such as permissions and notices, and corporate legal affairs
- You will actively contribute to a positive organisational culture and achieve the highest standards of performance and integrity

About you

How to apply
Click the "Apply" button to submit your resume and cover letter. Applications close 12 March.
EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and gender identities.
EPA Victoria is a Child Safe organisation with a strong commitment to physical, cultural, and emotional safety of all children including those with diversity of ability, culture, identity, and linguistic background.

**Please note**:

- You must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident (for ongoing roles) or hold a valid work permit or visa.

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