About the Role
Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, Public Law and Legislation Team within the Legal Services and Integrity Branch, the Solicitor role will assist the Public Law and Legislation Team in a wide variety of work including provision of advice, involvement in legislation such as drafting of subordinate legislation, preparation of Ministerial correspondence and Governor in Council briefings in the health, ambulance services, mental health and ageing portfolios.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide well-reasoned legal advice, contracts and other legal documents, briefings and correspondence
* Support the delivery of high quality, client focused and cost-effective legal services in relation to complex and sensitive matters with the aim of effectively and cooperatively resolving issues and ensuring the department adopts a culture of continual service improvement
* Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver client focused legal services, including engaging with solicitors on the State Government Legal Panel where necessary
Requirements:
* The successful candidate must hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practicing certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Vic)
* Preferable to have a minimum of 2 years post admission experience
What We Offer:
* The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world
* A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector