Lead Counsel, Workplace Relations & Occupational Safety - Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Job posted: 10/10/2024 Job type: Ongoing - full time or part time Organisation: Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Reference: VG/VGSO807 Closes: 27/10/2024 Classification: VPS STS Salary Range: $182,813 - $248,629 The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role.We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, sexual orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.About the VGSO The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving.We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment.About our branch Workplace Relations and Occupational Safety provides advice and conducts litigation in relation to all aspects of Victorian public sector employment, industrial relations, occupational health and safety and discrimination law.About the role We have exciting opportunities for a senior and experienced lawyer to join the team as a Lead Counsel and assist in responding to the ever-growing demand for our legal services.The roles involve working closely with the Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor, in efficiently managing a mix of Employment Relations (ER) matters, including: Enterprise agreement interpretation and industrial disputes; Employment related litigation in the Fair Work Commission, VCAT and the Courts, including unfair dismissal and general protections claims and sexual harassment and discrimination claims; Advice on employment related issues (including workplace behaviour and performance, workplace investigations, bullying, sexual harassment and discrimination); Advice on public law related matters, including advice relating to public service and public sector executives.In addition, the roles involve providing highly specialised legal expertise and technical legal advice across Government, particularly in the areas of Workplace Relations and Occupational Safety (OHS).The ideal applicant will have demonstrated people leadership capability to provide strategic leadership to the Workplace Relations team/s, the Branch and the VGSO more broadly, ensuring the provision of high quality and responsive legal services and advice to Government.Skills and experience Recognised specialist in Workplace Relations, including in the provision of authoritative legal advice (both written and oral) on a range of complex and sensitive employment and industrial relations matters.Expert knowledge and experience in conducting strategic and efficient workplace relations litigation in all relevant State and Federal jurisdictions.Highly skilled in communicating complex legal ideas to diverse audiences.Demonstrated expertise in leading high performing legal team/s and providing strategic leadership.High emotional intelligence and clear commitment to a positive and collaborative workplace culture.Comprehensive understanding of Government and departmental structures, policies, and processes.Demonstrated ability to manage change and proactively foster a culture of delivering innovative and effective solutions.Ability to apply strategic planning, financial and business acumen in a dynamic environment.Significant experience in undertaking and managing a number of highly complex projects/tasks.Well-developed marketing and business development skills.VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge.You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.How to apply Applications must include a cover letter and resume.Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant experience in their cover letter.Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 27 October 2024.Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.#J-18808-Ljbffr