Title:  Senior Solicitor

About us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’stransport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe,inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

You are a technical legal specialist who assesses and resolves complex, high-risk land title matters, providing expert statutory interpretation and advice to protect the integrity of the land titles Register and avoid litigation.

You will contribute to regulatory frameworks, policy and process improvement, guidance development, and capability building, underpinning confidence in Victoria’s multibillion-dollar property market through lawful, consistent outcomes.

What we’re looking for 
You’re someone who can;

• Innovative thinking and analysis influences developments within area of responsibility.
• Provides leadership in the adaptation and application of concepts to operational matters within local work area.
• Provides specialist professional services or advice.
• Interprets and applies business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provides advice to others on implementation issues.
• Specialist in an area of their profession and relied on for advice in this field.

To access the Position Description, please click here. 

Technical capabilities 

You are able to:

• Statutory Interpretation (Applied) - Applies legislative knowledge to resolve interpretation issues using statutory and extrinsic materials.
• Legal Advice (Applied) - Coordinates and delivers legal advice with minimal guidance, including supervision of external legal services.

Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

• Qualification in Law and admitted, or eligible for admission, as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria or related discipline (mandatory) 
• Sound knowledge of the Electronic Conveyancing National Law (Victoria), Transfer of Land Act 1958, Subdivision Act 1988, Water Act 1989, Operating Requirements for electronic conveyancing, Participation Rules for electronic conveyancing, Registrar’s Requirements for paper conveyancing transactions, Subdivision Act 1988, and associated acts and regulations (desirable)
• 3+ years’ post-admission experience (desirable)

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How to Apply

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Applications close 23.59 pm on Tuesday, the 17th of March 2026. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role please contact Gen Itoh, Principal Solicitor via gen.itoh@transport.vic.gov.au.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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