Lawyer
Vor 2 Tagen
Organisation: Victorian Institute of Teaching
Reference: VG/1837439
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
About us The VIT's vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers.
All our work focuses on raising the quality of teaching, and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where the full potential of all employees is reached and our differences are embraced.
The VIT supports and enables employees to work safely in a discrimination-free environment and enjoy equal opportunities.
By joining the team at VIT, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on people and their development.
Benefits include: Flexible working arrangements Consultative leadership team who cares about staff, and actively supports career and professional development Positive and active social culture Access to a wide variety of leave options and salary packaging arrangements Strong commitment to equity, including through a comprehensive Gender Equity Action plan Mental health and wellbeing initiatives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 'A grade' office building with 4.5-star energy rating and modern end-of-trip facilities - only minutes from Southern Cross station. Be part of a workforce who share VIT's vision and are committed to contributing to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Salary range: $92,600 - $105,064 plus statutory super. The Victorian Institute of Teaching is currently recruiting for three Lawyer vacancies: 2 x Ongoing vacancies and 1 x 3-year fixed-term vacancy.
The Lawyer role offers an outstanding career opportunity for a professional who is passionate about using their expertise to support VIT in its regulation of Victorian teachers.
With expert skills and knowledge in managing disciplinary proceedings, prosecutions, and providing advice to an investigations team, the role will ensure VIT is well-informed to discharge its regulatory obligations and functions.
About the role Duties will include: Providing high-level legal advice in relation to all aspects of VIT's regulatory functions, including conducting investigations, managing disciplinary proceedings, and prosecuting offences under the Act Conducting suitability assessments for people applying for registration Conducting risk assessments in relation to information, notifications, and complaints received about registered teachers Representing the VIT at disciplinary hearings and court proceedings (appeals/prosecutions), including by drafting allegations and submissions; preparing hearing books; conferencing with witnesses; and undertaking appearance work in matters where required Providing advice to influence policy development, contribute to business planning, and manage VIT projects that arise from legislative change Exercising high-level professional judgment about the application of legislation and the development of policy options Preparing authoritative and high-quality reports, briefs, and correspondence This role will involve exposure to sensitive and objectionable material.
Lawyers are responsible for overseeing investigations of allegations of child abuse and neglect, and child sexual abuse.
For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached position description.
About you As an experienced Lawyer, you will have sound and practical knowledge of current risk-based regulatory practices.
You will have experience in providing legal advice and managing litigation in a fast-paced regulatory environment, ideally with a passion for child safety and experience working within the education sector.
You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with a highly organized approach and a proven track record in distilling complex legal concepts/principles and reporting on these to internal and external stakeholders.
In addition to this, as the successful candidate, you will be able to demonstrate:
Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, with an ability to influence others in agreed directions, particularly in relation to administrative decision making. Excellent organisation and planning skills Demonstrated problem-solving skills underpinned by analytical capability. Experience in working for government or a regulator is highly desirable. Mandatory Requirements: Admitted as an Australian Legal Practitioner with a current Victorian Practising Certificate (or the ability to acquire one) with some experience in providing high-level and accurate advice on legal and policy matters, especially those dealing with administrative law, criminal law, and statutory interpretation. How to apply Please submit your resume and a cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the attached position description.
To discuss this role further, please contact Jake Spiteri, Acting Legal Manager, Professional Conduct Branch on or Natalie Marchesani, Legal Manager (Disciplinary Proceedings), Professional Conduct Branch at
Recruitment and selection process Our recruitment and selection process is based on the public sector employment principles and will include the following overarching principles:
Our decisions will be based on merit - we will assess each applicant's skills, knowledge, attributes, and qualifications objectively against the key selection criteria. We will be fair, reasonable, and equitable - we will provide equal employment opportunities. We will be objective. We will comply with our privacy obligations during the recruitment and selection process. During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings.
This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
The VIT is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and stakeholders.
We require all employees to comply with VIT's vaccination policy.
Applications close: 11.59pm, 12 January 2025 1 job is currently listed for Victorian Institute of Teaching
Job type: Full time
Job classification: VIT4
Contact: Jake Spiteri |
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