Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12474

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

Fixed Term OPPORTUNITY until November 2027

The Principal Lawyer, Public Private Partnerships (PPP) provides expert, commercially focused legal advice on complex infrastructure and PPP matters. The role supports major transport projects and services, including roads, public transport assets and precinct developments, across operations, contracts, disputes and commercial issues.

You’resomeone who:

- Provides high-quality, independent legal advice on complex, sensitive and high-risk matters, applying sound judgement and considering broader business and operational impacts.
- Uses critical thinking and problem-solving to assess complex issues, manage risks and develop practical, commercially focused solutions.
- Builds robust stakeholder relationships, influencing and negotiating effectively to gain support and achieve outcomes across diverse groups.
- Demonstrates resilience, collaboration and adaptability, remaining decisive under pressure and bringing people together to navigate challenges and change.
- Has strong legal drafting expertise, confidently drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex legal and transactional documents while managing legal and commercial risk.

Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:





- Admitted as a lawyer in Victoria and eligible to hold a Victorian practising certificate (Mandatory).
- A minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience (Desirable)
- Experience in private practice, government or in-house with a broad range of commercial agreements, PPPs or major infrastructure would be viewed favourably (Desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 11 October2026.

For further information about the great opportunity, please contact Martin John, Senior Legal Counsel, Public Private Partnerships at or

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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Applications close Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Principal Lawyer, Public Private Partnerships (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne