At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead legislation projects and provide legal advice on public policy priorities.
- Company: DEECA, a government body focused on significant public impact.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, collaborative culture, and strong employee wellbeing commitment.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for career growth and mentorship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in legislation that shapes Victoria's future.
- Qualifications: Law degree and experience in legislation development or public law.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
DEECA is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Solicitor, Legislation to join our highly regarded Legislation Branch in the Legal and Legislation Division. This is an exceptional, ongoing opportunity for an experienced government lawyer seeking broader responsibility, or a lawyer in private practice looking to move in-house and work at the centre of government decision-making.
You will play a key role in developing legislation that supports some of Victoria's most significant public policy priorities, including climate action, energy transition, environmental protection, water management, agriculture, natural resources, emergency management and Aboriginal self-determination reforms.
Enjoy the benefits of an in-house government role, including flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.
About the role
- Lead and support significant legislation and regulation projects.
- Provide authoritative legal and legislative advice on statutory interpretation, legislative reform proposals and legal instruments.
- Work closely with policy teams to develop high-quality, fit-for-purpose legislation.
- Draft and review legislative instructions, Cabinet submissions, ministerial briefings and parliamentary materials.
- Contribute to legal advice across DEECA's diverse portfolio.
- Mentor and support junior solicitors and legislation officers.
We're interested in hearing from lawyers who bring:
- Experience in legislation development, regulatory reform, government advisory work or public law.
- Strong legal analysis, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively with legal and non-legal stakeholders in a complex environment.
- A law degree and, ideally, eligibility to hold an Australian practising certificate.
Applications from lawyers with experience in government, private practice or other sectors are encouraged. Experience in administrative law, environment, energy, water, resources, agriculture, emergency management or related areas will be highly regarded but is not essential.
If you're looking for challenging legal work, meaningful public impact and a rewarding in-house career, we'd love to hear from you.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- A law degree
- An Australian lawyer holding (or eligible to hold) an Australian practising certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Victoria) will be considered favourably but is not essential.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in developing and delivering legislation and regulations.
- Demonstrated experience in providing legal advice on any of the following areas of law would be highly regarded but is not essential: administrative law, agriculture, climate action, crown land and natural resource management, emergency management, energy, environment, earth resources and water.
This is an ongoing position. 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.
DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.
Senior Solicitor, Legislation employer: State Government of Victoria, Australia
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Contact Details:
State Government of Victoria, Australia Recruitment Team
