The role manages litigation, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), external counsel and legal programs while proactively identifying and mitigating legal risk.
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Key responsibilities
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The role provides strategic advice to senior stakeholders, executives, governance committees and Ministers, supporting sound decision-making and business outcomes.
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Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
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Provides expert, pragmatic legal advice and drafting, confidently navigating complex, sensitive matters while managing legal and commercial risk.
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Manages litigation and dispute resolution confidently, including developing case strategies,
managing evidence, negotiating outcomes and overseeing external legal providers.
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What you need
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Qualifications and experience.
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Current tertiary degree in law and admission, or eligibility for admission, to practise as a lawyer in Victoria, with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience (mandatory).
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Demonstrated experience managing complex litigation and related alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in an in-house legal or private practice setting (mandatory).
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📌 Principal Lawyer, Commercial Disputes Victoria
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Victoria
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