Are you: An experienced lawyer interested in working in a dynamic and challenging, but supportive, work environment? Client and outcomes focussed and committed to excellence? Able to work collaboratively and productively? About the role: Reporting to the Principal Solicitor, the Senior Solicitor will support the Dispute Resolution and Inquiries unit within the Legal Services and Integrity Branch. The role will provide practical, outcome-focused legal advice and support across a broad range of areas within the health portfolios (such as hospitals & health services, primary & community health, mental health, public health, alcohol & drugs, and ageing & aged care) which may be the subject of significant disputes, claims, prosecutions, litigation or inquiries. As a Senior Solicitor in the Legal Services and Integrity Branch you will be required to provide expert practical legal advice to the Ministers, the Secretary, the Department of Health and relevant Administrative Offices on a range of legal matters in a timely manner. You will also prepare Ministerial correspondence, Cabinet submissions and other written reports and briefings to clients. Your advice must be clear, accurate and appropriate to meeting the client's needs. You will also be required to engage and oversee external legal firms in meeting the needs of Departmental clients for advice and representation in courts, tribunals and inquiries. About you: We're looking for people who can: Provide authoritative advice on complex legal and policy issues and provide high level briefings and correspondence. Advise on new and emerging issues in the law and their longer-term implications for the department. Conduct reviews of significant cases to identify improvements to systems and processes. Prepare briefs and instruct counsel and contracted solicitors of the State Government Legal Panel in complex and sensitive matters. Appear or instruct in complex and sensitive litigation involving the department in a wide range of courts and tribunals. Lead and drive effective liaison with barristers, court/tribunal staff, other government departments and agencies, and professional bodies in relation to litigation and a wide range of complex legal and policy issues. The successful candidate must hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practising certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law 2014. Minimum of 5 years' post admission experience is preferable The following would be beneficial: Experience in complex or sensitive multi-party litigation, prosecutions, judicial review proceedings A strong background in Government Law and the provision of legal and policy advice to government, including strong statutory interpretation skills and administrative law 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. A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements. How to apply: Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusionhealth.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.