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Solicitor - Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment
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Victorian Government Solicitor's Office
Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VGSO966
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, ****** orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email careers@vgso.vic.gov.au
Exciting opportunity to join our team and work on a mix of litigation and advice
Join a supportive team environment
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing Full-time
VPS 3/4 $81,496 - $114,476 plus superannuation per annum (depending on experience)
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guides how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the team
The Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment Team is part of the Public Law and Planning Branch at VGSO. The Public Law and Planning branch operates in the epicentre of public law practice in Victoria. The Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment teams practice spans advice and litigation in subject areas including planning and built heritage and land acquisition and compensation.
The team's advisory work includes advice on the application, interpretation and development of legislation and other instruments, principally in the team's subject areas. Its litigation focusses primarily on judicial and merits review of decision making in its subject areas, and contested land compensation and valuation matters.
The team's subject areas include:
Planning and built heritage;
Environment and climate change;
Land acquisition and compensation;
Major projects, project powers and project delivery;
Aboriginal cultural heritage;
Forestry, water and other resources; and
Emergency management.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented Solicitor to join our team on an ongoing basis and play a key role in delivering work that makes a real difference.
You'll work at the forefront of government legal practice, partnering with clients to deliver high-quality advice across land acquisition, planning and environmental law.
This is a truly dynamic role where no two matters are the same. You'll have the opportunity to:
advise on complex and often high-stakes statutory decision-making
act in significant judicial review proceedings
contribute to major, high-profile public infrastructure projects that shape communities
From day one, you'll experience a stimulating mix of litigation and advisory work, gaining exposure across the full breadth of the team's practice. You'll be trusted with meaningful responsibility while working alongside experienced practitioners on matters of real public importance.
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VGSO966
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, ****** orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email careers@vgso.vic.gov.au
Exciting opportunity to join our team and work on a mix of litigation and advice
Join a supportive team environment
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing Full-time
VPS 3/4 $81,496 - $114,476 plus superannuation per annum (depending on experience)
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guides how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the team
The Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment Team is part of the Public Law and Planning Branch at VGSO. The Public Law and Planning branch operates in the epicentre of public law practice in Victoria. The Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment teams practice spans advice and litigation in subject areas including planning and built heritage and land acquisition and compensation.
The team's advisory work includes advice on the application, interpretation and development of legislation and other instruments, principally in the team's subject areas. Its litigation focusses primarily on judicial and merits review of decision making in its subject areas, and contested land compensation and valuation matters.
The team's subject areas include:
Planning and built heritage;
Environment and climate change;
Land acquisition and compensation;
Major projects, project powers and project delivery;
Aboriginal cultural heritage;
Forestry, water and other resources; and
Emergency management.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented Solicitor to join our team on an ongoing basis and play a key role in delivering work that makes a real difference.
You'll work at the forefront of government legal practice, partnering with clients to deliver high-quality advice across land acquisition, planning and environmental law.
This is a truly dynamic role where no two matters are the same. You'll have the opportunity to:
advise on complex and often high-stakes statutory decision-making
act in significant judicial review proceedings
contribute to major, high-profile public infrastructure projects that shape communities
From day one, you'll experience a stimulating mix of litigation and advisory work, gaining exposure across the full breadth of the team's practice. You'll be trusted with meaningful responsibility while working alongside experienced practitioners on matters of real public importance.
