At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on renter engagement and relocations for major projects.
- Company: Homes Victoria, dedicated to improving housing outcomes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community through impactful legal work.
- Qualifications: Expertise in property and tenancy law, strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
THE ROLE
The Solicitor, Renter Engagement and Relocations, will be required to provide timely, practical, outcomes-focused legal advice and support the delivery of Homes Victoria's major projects, including matters relating to renter engagement and relocations.
You will be advising the Secretary, as well as the Chief Executive Officer, housing development and commercial project teams, and other senior management in Homes Victoria, and the housing portfolio Minister who is supported by the department.
This role requires specialised skills and expertise in property and tenancy law, statutory interpretation and administrative law.
You will also be required to prepare property transaction agreements and other legal documents, ministerial correspondence, cabinet submissions, written reports and briefings.
As a Solicitor, your advice must be clear, accurate and appropriate to meeting the client's needs.
You will also be required to assist in monitoring and reporting on the performance and quality of advice of contracted legal firms in meeting the needs of the department's clients.
The Solicitor role will report to the Managing Principal Solicitor, Major Projects.
- Accountabilities Include
- Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver client focused legal services.
- Contribute to strategic and operational planning to improve legal services and client outcomes.
Solicitor, Renter Engagement and Relocations in Melbourne employer: Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing
As a Senior Project Officer with The Orange Door, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and community impact. Our organisation offers robust professional development opportunities, ensuring that you can grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Located in a vibrant community, we provide a unique chance to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of service delivery in Victoria.
Contact Details:
Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing Recruitment Team
