- Dynamic and interesting work in an in-house government multidisciplinary legal, litigation and legislation project team to deliver priority regulatory and governance reforms .
- Team-oriented, supportive workplace
- Opportunity for someone looking to move into an in-house government role or someone keen to broaden their in-house government experience.
The Legal and Legislation Division partners with groups across DEECA to optimise success, minimise risk and deliver on government objectives through the provision of expert legal advice on department priorities, the development of legislation, and the provision of prosecutions and freedom of information management.
About you:
To be successful, you will have demonstrated experience in the delivery of authoritative, strategic and practical legal advice, in at least two or more of the following areas: public law, administrative law, statutory interpretation, natural resources and environmental law and regulation and civil litigation (judicial review).
Experience in contributing to complex regulatory reform projects will be highly regarded.
You are:
* energetic and passionate about delivering results that matter and making a difference, bringing a customer-focused mindset in all that you do, and taking pride in giving effective, valuable support to your organisation
* your technical legal skills are recognised by your peers, colleagues and managers to be of a high standard, and you are willing to utilise these well-honed skills to develop further in this role
* you enjoy being part of an inclusive and team-oriented workplace that is collaborative, professional and engaged.
If this sounds like you and you'd like to be a part of a high performing, welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary legal team, working on interesting and exciting work, we welcome your application.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
* An Australian lawyer holding or eligible to hold an Australian practising certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Victoria).
* Demonstrated ability to provide legal advice on complex issues and under limited direction in two or more areas of the following practice areas: public law, administrative law, statutory interpretation, natural resources and environmental law and regulation and civil litigation (judicial review).
* Experience in contributing to complex regulatory reform projects will be highly regarded.
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2026. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
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