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This role is involved in the preparation of complex advices, contracts and correspondence relating to transport safety regulation.

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Company: Transport Safety Victoria

Location: Melbourne

Work type: Full Time

Salary: $95,275 - $115,276 plus superannuation

Phone: +61-8-5565-1782

Fax: +61-8-4897-6488

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LEGAL AND POLICY COUNSEL

  • $95,275 - $115,276 (Plus Superannuation)
  • Ongoing 
  • Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
  • Usual work location: Melbourne, CBD (flexibility may be available)

The position of Legal and Policy Counsel is part of Corporate Services Division within Transport Safety Victoria.

TSV is Victoria's integrated safety regulator for bus, maritime & rail transport.  It is headed by the Director, Transport Safety whose statutory object is to independently seek the highest transport safety standards consistent with the transport system's vision & objectives under the Transport Integration Act 2010.

TSV is responsible for delivering safe passenger transport and boating for all Victorians. The Legal & Policy Counsel reports to the Manager Policy, Legal & Governance and supports all branches within Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) by providing authoritative legal advice and support.

The position is part of a team of legal and policy professionals involved in the preparation of complex advices, contracts and correspondence relating to transport safety regulation. The incumbent will support TSV in the resolution of highly sensitive and complex legal and regulatory matters through the provision of specialist guidance.  The Legal Counsel will encourage and reinforce high performance in team members in a highly demanding environment.

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Admission to practice as an Australian Legal Practitioner within the meaning of the Legal Profession Act 2004 (Vic) with experience at a law firm or in-house at a corporation or in Government.
  • Solid knowledge of government processes, protocol/decision making processes, and budget constraints.
  • Knowledge of, or experience working in, complex regulatory environments will be well regarded.

For a confidential discussion, please call Elizabeth Muhlebach, Manager Policy, Legal & Governance  on 0428780720.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.  To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now' button below.

Applications close at midnight on 30 July 2018.

Note: The generic online form may ask you to provide responses to all of the KSC. At this step in the on-line process, please only upload your resume and cover letter (as there is NO requirement to address all of the KSC for TSV positions). Once uploaded move on to the last screen where you will be asked to submit responses to the specific questions only. Complete those specific questions to finalise your application.

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