The Opportunity This role is suited to a lawyer with expertise in land, planning and environment law, who wants to support major energy infrastructure projects in Victoria. Reporting to the Director Legal – Projects, it involves advising on land strategy, environmental approvals (including EES) and compulsory acquisition processes, contributing to the delivery of key projects such as transmission infrastructure, renewable energy zones, offshore wind and electricity connections. What you will deliver * Supporting the Director Legal – Projects to ensure effective and efficient provision of high-quality, timely and trusted legal advice focused on land, planning & environment matters and assisting with general legal and delivery team workflow as required. * Working with the Project Delivery Team to develop and implement land access strategy including any legislative amendments required to streamline approval processes. * Draft and coordinate briefings for Government approvals, ensuring a consistent and comprehensive approach on strategy and risk. What you will bring * Admitted, or eligible to be admitted, to the Supreme Court of Victoria or a similar jurisdiction within Australia. * Strong understanding of environmental and planning legislation, regulations and guidelines including Planning & Environment Act 1987, Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986, Electricity Industry Act 2000 and ESC Land Access Guidelines. * A record of successfully advising on LPE matters and working with project delivery teams in an infrastructure context is essential. * Specific experience in dealing with land strategy, environmental approvals (including EES) and acquisition of land interests in a complex regulatory and project delivery environment is strongly preferred. What we offer you * Career advancement and professional development opportunities * Mental health and wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Annual salary increases and incremental performance-based payments over the course of your employment * Annual leave loading of 17.5% payment on top of your base salary when you take annual leave and ability to purchase additional leave Other relevant information:Priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange jobs board platform.Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police CheckTo be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Should there be an opportunity for an ongoing appointment, these will only be available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent ResidentA Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible WorkplaceVicGrid is an Administrative Office established in relation to the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate (DEECA). VicGrid welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible working options How to ApplyThis is a fixed term position available on a two fixed term contract. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, with some overnight travel. Hybrid work arrangements available.To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter summarising their skills and experience.Applications close at 11:59pm on day, 8/6/25