In-Demand Solicitor Jobs in Preston, Vic

Senior Solicitor
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
5d
Community Lawyer - African Australian Assistance Project
Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd —St Albans VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Free parking
3d
Commercial Solicitor/Lawyer position available PAE 3+
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers —West Melbourne VIC
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Customer service
- Education
- Work from home
- Employee discount
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4d
Solicitor
Department of Education —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
2d
Lawyer, Real Estate - Property Development
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Lawyer / Associate - Employment, Safety & People
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Managing Principal Solicitor, Prosecutions & Inquiries
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
13d
Associate or Senior Associate - Personal Injury
Shine Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
Special Counsel | Statutory Compensation Management
MinterEllison —Melbourne VIC
- Contract
- Management
- In-person
- AI
Senior Associate/Experienced Lawyer - Employment, Safety & People
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
13d
Property Lawyer or Conveyancer (Work from Home + Flexible Hours + Additional Income)
Conveyancing.com.au —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Remote
- In-person
- Work from home
Quick Apply
Insurance Litigation Lawyers — Motor Vehicle & Property Damage
BM Resolve Lawyers —Tullamarine VIC
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
Quick Apply
10d
Lawyer or Associate | Statutory Compensation Management
MinterEllison —Melbourne VIC
- Contract
- Management
- AI
Senior Lawyer and Project Officer, Family Law roles
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $113,668 - $131,153 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Communication skills
- Commuter assistance
- Work from home
3d
Lawyer (Superannuation and Insurance)
Maurice Blackburn —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- In-person
- Parental leave
- Life insurance
12d
Lawyer - Commercial Litigation
Moray & Agnew Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Managing Principal Solicitor, Prosecutions & Inquiries
Department of Health —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
13d
Reach Legal Consultant | Senior Government Lawyer | Melbourne
Ashurst LLP —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
- Negotiation
11d
Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Construction Disputes
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Construction experience
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Expressions of Interest: Tech and Transactional Lawyers (AU, US or UK)
Biztech Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Business Administration
- Leadership
- Work from home
- Parental leave
Quick Apply

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Senior Solicitor

Victorian Government -
Melbourne VIC

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Full-time
$116,413 - $140,849 a year
5 days ago

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Recruiting

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $116,413 - $140,849

Grade: Ssol

Occupation: Legal

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DFFH/591635

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a
safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+
equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are
disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse
backgrounds and abilities.

If you're having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large
print), please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed
on the ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and
Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

THE ROLE

The Senior Solicitor will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to Child Protection, for matters that are not yet subject to an application to the Children's Court as well as providing court related advice and support to the Office of Professional Practice (OPP) more broadly and assisting the Court Practice Advice and Support (CPAS) team in meeting its objectives. The successful applicant must be able to work collaboratively and in partnership with Legal Services Branch, the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office and the OPP in the Community Operations and Practice Leadership Division. Providing court related professional development to Child Protection is also one of the key responsibilities. The role reports to Special Counsel, Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office but the role is embedded in the Community Operations Practice Leadership Division.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

Provide authoritative advice on complex legal and practice issues and provide high level briefings and correspondence.
Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver high quality client focused legal services in relation to complex and sensitive matters.
Lead and drive effective liaison with solicitors, barristers, court/tribunal staff, other government departments and agencies, and professional bodies in relation to a wide range of complex legal and policy issues.

Please open the position description to read more.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Applications close Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

18 August 2026

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