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Principal Solicitor (Property) - Commercial, Property and Technology
Victorian Government Solicitor's Office —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $166,938 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
8d
Legal Counsel (In House – KPMG Office of General Counsel)
KPMG Australia —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Parental leave
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Principal Solicitor (Property) - Commercial, Property and Technology
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $142,790 - $166,938 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
8d
Lawyer - Projects - Construction (Front-end) - Melbourne
Clayton Utz —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Leadership
Lawyer/Associate - Real Estate (Property Development)
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
1d
Immigration Lawyer/Associate/Registered Migration Agent
Fragomen —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Lawyer or Associate | Statutory Compensation Management
MinterEllison —Melbourne VIC
- Contract
- Management
- AI
Senior Associate to Special Counsel, Liability
Sparke Helmore Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
Senior Legal Counsel
Western Health —Melbourne VIC
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- Education
- Negotiation
2d
Lawyer / Senior Associate - General Liability
K&L Gates —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
Special Counsel — Construction & Projects
Rigby Cooke Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Hybrid work
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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
Property Insurance Lawyer, Associate, or Senior Associate
Hall & Wilcox Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Parental leave
- Free food
Senior Civil Lawyer
Victoria Legal Aid —Melbourne VIC
- $113,668 - $131,153 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Commuter assistance
- Work from home
22h
Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Commercial and Corporate (Victoria)
Avant —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
Senior Legal Counsel
Centorrino Technologies —Coburg VIC
- $170,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
Payments Counsel
Xero —Hawthorn VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Financial services
- Communication skills
Insurance Solicitor / Associate (Professional Indemnity)
Barry Nilsson —Melbourne VIC
- Office
- Parental leave
Senior Lawyer Dispute Resolution Group
ANZ Banking Group —Docklands VIC
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Time management
14d
Legal Counsel, Employment and Dispute Resolution
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- Working with children
- Presentation skills
2d

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Principal Solicitor (Property) - Commercial, Property and Technology

Victorian Government Solicitor's Office -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$142,790 - $166,938 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Supervising experience
Legal drafting
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $142,790 - $166,938

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Legal

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/VGSO963

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. If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email [email protected]

Challenging, diverse and professionally fulfilling work on matters unique to the public sector
Working on transactional matters and high-profile property matters as a trusted legal partner to the Victorian Government
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing | Full-time
VPS 6.1 $142,790 - $166,938 plus superannuation per annum

About the VGSO

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.

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. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guides how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.

About the branch

The Commercial, Property and Technology (CP&T) Branch assists government clients to conduct significant transactions and projects, manage their corporate affairs and acquire, manage or dispose of estates and interests in land, goods or services. The branch offers specialist services in IP/IT, property and Native Title. It offers deep commercial expertise with a government perspective.

The Property Team advises government clients in relation to a wide range of leasing, licensing, purchase and sale transactions and public infrastructure developments occurring on Crown and freehold land, involving the private sector and other government agencies.

Many of these land transactions, developments and projects involve substantial financial commitments by government, and the provision of significant infrastructure or services to clients, which include departments and statutory authorities.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Principal Solicitor with developed property law skills, to make a strong and meaningful contribution as an important team member within the Commercial, Property and Technology Branch.

Specifically, this role will appeal to you if wish to perform challenging and interesting legal work for State Government and statutory authority clients, in connection with government land and property transactions involving both Crown and freehold land, including the drafting and negotiation of various agreements relating to property and commercial transactions.

Key responsibilities:

Independently prepare, manage and conduct a range of complex and/or sensitive matters including provide legal advice to government clients, particularly in relation to property issues, land transactions and public infrastructure projects;
Provide clear, concise and authoritative written and oral advice to government, including interpretation of agreements, real property concepts and statutory interpretation;
Draft, negotiate and assist in settling a range of complex property and commercial agreements, including commercial leases and licences, contracts of sale and land use and development agreements;
Undertake research and analysis on complex and challenging matters; and
Supervise, lead and mentor junior solicitors.

Skills and experience

Admitted to practice as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of Victoria
Ideal candidate will have 6+ years practising experience
Strong knowledge and understanding of principles and practice of property law in both transactional and advisory c apacities
Excellent interpersonal, communication and client relationship management skills
Flexibility and the ability to manage competing priorities
Proven experience supervising, leading and mentoring staff
Enthusiasm for working in a government law office.

Benefits

VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate, and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge. You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.

VGSO embraces flexibility and recognises the importance of work-life balance. We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to spend half of their time working remotely and the other half in the office. This setup encourages collaboration and strengthens team connections, while supporting your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!

Click 'Apply Now' to start your application. Applications must include:

a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)
resume

Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant skills/experience and suitability to the role in their cover letter.

To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Karlie Ridgwell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, by email [email protected].

Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.

Applications close Wednesday 10 June 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

25 May 2026

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solicitor jobs in melbourne city centre vic

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