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Managing Principal Solicitor, Regulation
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Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
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- Full-time
- Management
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- Administrative experience
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- Organisational skills
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Department of Premier and Cabinet —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Principal Lawyer and Manager, Regulatory and Complex Disputes Unit
Department of Education —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
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Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
The successful candidate must hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practicing certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Vic).
$142,790 - $191,084 a year
13d
Managing Principal Solicitor, Regulation
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
The successful candidate must hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practicing certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Vic).
$142,790 - $191,084 a year
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Managing Principal Solicitor, Regulation

Department of Health -
Melbourne VIC

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

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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/722924

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, Public Law and Legislation, the Managing Principal Solicitor Regulation will form part of the senior management team within the Legal and Governance Branch. They will have a specific focus on the drafting of all health relate portfolio subordinate legislation and be responsible for ensuring all regulations supportive the departments legislative portfolio effectively and manage the departments subordinate legislation timelines.

They will also be responsible for building public service capabilities to support the departments legal compliance which includes drafting delegations and authorisation for the department and its related Ministers, including knowledge of the Financial Management Act and Public Administration Act.

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
Provide effective professional leadership, guidance and management to a team of employees by supporting individuals to achieve their potential as subordinate legislation experts, while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes
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 subordinate legislation, and external legal professional to support appropriate and well considered advice on a wide range of legal, legislative and policy issues.
Subject matter expert in building public service capabilities to support the departments key reforms through subordinate legislation and assistance in the development of policy, drafting regulations and associated submissions and documents.
Draft and develop material including the preparation of Cabinet and Cabinet related material, Ministerial and Secretary briefings and meeting papers, agendas, minutes and reports.

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 subordinate 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 information 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

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17 June 2026

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