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Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation
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Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
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Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation

Department of Health -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$142,790 - $191,084 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Legal drafting
Staff training
Recruiting
Leadership

Full Job Description

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Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $142,790 - $191,084

Grade: Psol

Occupation: Legal

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DH/CSO/722922

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, Legislation, the Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation will form part of the senior management team within the Legal and Governance Branch. They will be responsible for building public service capabilities to support the legislative agenda for the department including through the development of policy, drafting of DI's and review of the bill and associated submissions and documents.

The role will have a specific focus on supporting the team in the involvement in the making of primary legislations, preparation of Ministerial correspondence and Governor in Council briefings in the health, ambulance services, mental health and ageing portfolios.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

Can you demonstrate the following?

Providing authoritative and strategic legal advice to Ministers, the Secretary, senior managers and relevant Administrative Offices on key issues affecting the relevant portfolios where legal risk is a key factor or legal services are a key enabler
Identify service improvement opportunities within the department and relevant cross-agencies and lead the development of continuous improvement systems, processes and policies. Contribute to upskilling the legislation knowledge within the department by a commitment to continuing legal and specialist education and leading delivery of training of departmental staff.
Develop relationships and effectively manage and liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders including ministerial staff, the Secretary, Deputy Secretaries as well as the Department and Premier and Cabinet in drafting legislation, and external legal professional to support appropriate and well considered advice on a wide range of legal, legislative and policy issues.
Draft and develop material including the preparation of Cabinet and Cabinet related material, Ministerial and Secretary briefings and meeting papers, agendas, minutes and reports.
Provide effective professional leadership, guidance and management to a team of employees by supporting individuals to achieve their potential as legislation experts, while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

The successful candidate must hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practicing certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Vic).
Minimum of 7 years post legal admission experience.
Extensive experience working within legislative processes and the provision of legal advice to government, along with strong statutory interpretation and leadership skills is required

What we offer:

The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further inform ation about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email [email protected]. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.

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Applications close Thursday 2 July 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

18 June 2026

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