At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal services for child protection and represent in court.
- Company: Join the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with travel to various Children's Court locations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives through legal advocacy.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen or hold valid work eligibility.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
THE ROLE
The Solicitor role in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office (Statewide CPLO) is responsible for providing legal services including advice, support and representation for child protection.
The solicitor is required to appear and conduct litigation matters in various courts including the Children's Court of Victoria, Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), and related jurisdictions.
You will work predominantly with one of Statewide CPLO's legal teams and will travel to various Children's Court locations and child protection offices.
- Accountabilities Include
- Appear on behalf of the Secretary on child protection matters in the Children's Court and in related jurisdictions, such as VCAT.
- Proactively manage allocated child protection litigation files with supervision, including effective client liaison and inter-party communication and negotiation.
- Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www. dffh. vic. gov. au/jobs)
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Solicitor in Warrnambool employer: Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing
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Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing Recruitment Team
