At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World . It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. YOUR ROLE Join MACS as the General Manager of the newly formed Disputes and Litigation team, made up of two new specialist units – Negligence and Redress, and Workplace and Employment Law. The Disputes and Litigation team is responsible for the strategic management of a broad range of complex and sensitive matters, including major litigation, historical child abuse claims, employment and industrial relations disputes, and regulatory investigations. As the General Manager of Disputes and Litigation, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and oversight of civil litigation matters involving MACS. Job Description WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead and support the Negligence and Redress, and Workplace and Employment Law units, promoting a culture of collaboration and service excellence, encouraging professional growth and leadership development, and ensuring team leaders are empowered and aligned with MACS’s strategic direction. Provide strategic legal advice on a broad range of complex and sensitive matters, including major litigation and disputes, and oversee the development and implementation of resolution strategies. Oversee Disputes and Litigation operations to promote continuous improvement, maintain consistency in service quality, and manage resources efficiently and effectively. ABOUT YOU You lead a culture of resilience, with a focus on psychological safety. You integrate legal expertise into strategy, governance, and risk management. You build partnerships through strategic stakeholder engagement and representation. You communicate vision and strategy clearly, engaging confidently across all levels. You shape strategy and lead change across complex environments. You embed a culture of excellence and meet strategic goals through effective planning and resource management. HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Thursday, 9 October 2025
