Solicitor (Commercial), Commercial, Property & Technology - Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Job posted: 11/09/2024 Organisation: Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Salary: Salary not specified Reference: VG/VGSO793 Closes: 06/10/2024 Classification: See Advertisement Contact: Karlie Ridgwell | 0447 331 077 | 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, sexual orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic commercial lawyer, in the early stage of their legal career, to join our supportive team.
We'll empower you to build your own practice and client relationships and give you plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and work on things that matter.
Ongoing | Full time Hybrid working from home/office environment About the VGSO The VGSO serves the rule of law exclusively for the State and provides responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector.
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.
About the Branch The Commercial, Property and Technology Branch assists government clients to get things done.
We work on significant commercial transactions and projects, offering deep commercial expertise in a government context.
Responsibilities for the role Manage your own matters from start to finish (with appropriate supervision) and develop your client relationships Work on a range of transactions and interesting legal issues, alone (with supervision) or as part of a cross-disciplined team Provide high quality commercial legal advice in the most appropriate form Practice your presenting skills and contribute to client relationship and business development initiatives Skills and experience required Admitted to practice as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of Victoria Knowledge and understanding of basic principles and practice of commercial law Excellent interpersonal, communication and client relationship management skills Flexibility and the ability to manage competing priorities (with supervision and support) VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge.
You'll progress if you're ambitious.
We truly embrace flexibility and welcome a conversation to help you achieve work-life balance.
How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now! Applications must include a cover letter and resume.
Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant experience in their cover letter.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 6 October 2024.
Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.
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