Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $138,631 - $162,076
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VGSO909
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
The VGSO provides responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector. 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. In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration and Excellence.
About the branch
The Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch comprises of a number of legal teams that provide specialist legal services to a wide range of government clients and departments, tackling matters that are both high profile and of public interest.
The branch is the largest within the VGSO and is led by the Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor (LDR) who is supported by approximately 95 employees, being solicitors and legal support who work within teams.
Our areas of expertise include:
A strong focus of the LDR branch is providing specialist litigation services in matters involving state care, personal injury, and negligence claims. Our teams primarily handle personal injury claims brought by former wards of the State and other individuals who experienced similar circumstances, including those involving historical institutional abuse.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available for a motivated and experienced Principal Solicitor looking for a challenging and rewarding role involving the provision of expert legal services to government clients, the management of complex litigation, and the ability to mentor a team of talented legal professionals.
The LDR branch prioritises professional development across all levels in a safe, supportive learning environment with direct access to senior leadership. Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, your role as a Principal Solicitor will be focussed upon delivering specialist legal advice and representation in state care and personal injury matters. However, you will also have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing complex and sensitive litigation across a diverse range of cases.
Your responsibilities will include:
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to support other streams of work within the branch, ensuring a varied and enriching experience.
We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours.
Skills and experience
Why Join Us?
If you are ready to take on a challenging role and contribute meaningful work for the State, we would love to hear from you.
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. We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of employees, placing great value on continuous professional development for staff at all levels.
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:
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, on 0447 331 077 or email [email protected].
Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday, 23 October 2025
Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference check s, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.