Outstanding General Counsel opportunity leading legal, compliance and company secretary functions. Report to Chief Executive Officer Provide empowering leadership Lead and drive outstanding legal, compliance and company secretarial services About VicTrack VicTrack owns Victoria’s transport land, assets and infrastructure and works to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system, and make travel and living better for Victorians. Its focus is strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions. VicTrack plays a significant role in the Big Build Program. About the role VicTrack is seeking an experienced legal practitioner to lead and manage the performance and ongoing development of VicTrack’s legal, compliance and company secretarial functions. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the General Counsel is accountable for VicTrack’s legal activities and strategic direction to enable consistent delivery, risk management and legal compliance. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the General Counsel will be a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and Board. Day to day contact with the Chief Executive Officer, senior management, senior government officials and the independent Board requires maturity as well as well-honed technical, advisory and communication skills. Interaction with multiple stakeholders such as State and local government, transport operators, contractors and community groups means that negotiation skills and the ability to juggle priorities and manage workflow for yourself and your team are also important attributes. The General Counsel will manage a team of lawyers, compliance and company secretary professionals, set and assess performance goals, encourage team spirit and foster professional development. About you An experienced (10 years) commercial lawyer with solid in-house and demonstrable team leadership experience within a complex multi-disciplinary environment will enjoy the challenges and variety of this role. A background in commercial property and/or infrastructure projects would be useful. Personal attributes sought include a demonstrated commercial experience and acumen, strong stakeholder management skills and outstanding communication and influencing skills. You bring a can-do attitude, a business-partnering approach and the ability to provide expert and strategic legal advice in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrated experience in dealing with and advising a Board and Executive Team are sought. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to VicTrack’s strategy and vision through your technical, leadership and management skills. Location: Melbourne Ref: MCNP21765 Closing date: Tuesday 11 February 2025 For a confidential discussion regarding this position please contact our exclusively retained consultant, Nicola Phillips: E: nicola.phillipsmahlab.com.au M: 0419 568 519 Mahlab is the pre-eminent executive search firm for legal professionals. We work with some of the most respected law firms and corporations in Australia and internationally as well as government at all levels, to find the right lawyers, associates, partners, managing partners, general and specialist corporate counsel and company secretaries. For industry and salary advice, or to register your details for consideration, please visit our website www.mahlab.com.au or contact us in Melbourne (03) 9629 2111 and Sydney (02) 9241 1199.