Title:  Principal Lawyer

Job Title: Principal Lawyer

About ST Vic

'Safe journeys, every time'. This is what we strive for at ST Vic.  

As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that is safe and inspires confidence for users. 

Why choose us

At ST Vic, we are working to redefine the standard for regulatory practices in the transportation sector. As a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we are committed to shaping the future of safe and efficient transport for our community.

Joining our in-house legal team means becoming an integral part of a high-performing, collaborative, and adaptable inhouse legal practice dedicated to excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, including harnessing technology to find better ways of working.

Job Title 

Principal Lawyer

VPS Level 

VPS6.1

Salary 

$138,631.00 to $162,076.00 plus superannuation 

Work type: 

Full-Time Ongoing

About the Role 

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, you will use your capacity to provide innovative, solutions-focused, and strategic legal advice to manage a wide array of interesting and complex matters across a broad range of practice areas. You will be a mentor to others in the team, ensuring that the legal services the team provides are high-quality, collaborative and practical, and delivered with a commitment to adaptability and innovative ways of working.  You will also play a pivotal role in ensuring that our legal strategies align seamlessly with ST Vic’s strategic objectives and its commitment to serving the community.

The responsibilities of the Principal Lawyer will include, but are not limited to: 

• Delivering practical, strategic, and high-quality legal advice on a diverse range of legal matters, encompassing general operational advice, administrative law, commercial and contract law, statutory interpretation, workplace relations, prosecutions, litigation, FOI, privacy, and governance.
• Mentoring others and providing effective leadership to support the legal services branch on its journey to becoming a modern and contemporary legal services unit that embraces technology and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Preparing and presenting briefing papers to senior management to inform operational and strategic decision making, including analysis of legal risks and opportunities.
• Collaborating across the business on strategic initiatives and projects, providing legal advice and expertise and inspiring high levels of trust and confidence.
• Establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders to support operational and strategic decision making that align with ST Vic’s strategic objectives and outcomes.
• Promote and support safe, inclusive, and flexible team operations

To access the Position Description, click here

Qualifications 

A relevant degree in law and a current Victorian legal practicing certificate.

Further Information 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Travis McKay, Director, Legal Services & General Counsel via email at travis.mckay@safetransport.vic.gov.au or mobile 0431 068 344.

It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing, and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence, including at ST Vic workplaces.  

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with Safe Transport Victoria. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. 

What we offer you? 

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of flexible work arrangements, providing professional development programs and supporting ways of working that help employees balance work and life. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, are from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. 

A workplace committed to safety and wellbeing 

ST Vic is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all its people, including contractors and visitors. We have a strong focus on initiating wellness events for our people to foster a sense of enjoyment and positive mental health. In some instances, ST Vic also offers flexible working arrangements. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

ST Vic’s broad diversity program enables us to attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce to foster greater innovation, greater customer connection and increased wellbeing and satisfaction.  

Learning and Development 

We want you to grow, develop and learn with us! ST Vic provides you with access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations.  

How to Apply 

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter of no more than 1 page in length addressing your skills, experience and interest in the position. 

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday 1st September 2025