Lead Counsel, Land Acquisition, Planning and Environment
Core
Senior leadership role managing a large team of over 20 solicitors and paralegals, providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on land acquisition, planning, and environment law for the Victorian Government.
Role type
Senior IC government counsel (team lead)
Builds
Advisory and litigation services for the Victorian Government
Domain
Public law, land acquisition, planning, and environment
Required skills
Strategic management, team leadership, legal advice on land acquisition/planning/environment, client development, business development, mentoring junior lawyers, navigating public sector politics
Preferred skills
Experience in major projects, Aboriginal cultural heritage, emergency management, forestry and water resources
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Manage a large team of solicitors and paralegals, provide expert legal advice on complex government matters, lead strategic and operational initiatives, develop high-performing teams, drive financial sustainability, foster client relationships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities