Solicitor Two roles available – full time, fixed term roles for 12 months Geelong office location, with flexible hybrid working available Competitive starting salary of $111,828 - $132,428 base, plus superannuation great employee benefits and salary packaging options Grow your career by supporting real progress We are seeking Solicitors who will play their part in this shared purpose, while also supporting the progress of clients and colleagues so they can achieve great things. That’s truly rewarding work that will help us contribute to deliver life-critical services where it matters. Find out more about our shared purpose , and what drives every one of us. About the role As a Solicitor at the TAC, you’ll play a pivotal role in our strategy to provide fair, client-focused outcomes, directly impacting the lives of Victorian’s by ensuring access to justice and just compensation. This isn't just a job – it's meaningful work that strengthens our community, one case at a time. You will manage a dynamic portfolio of litigated and non-litigated matters pursuant to the Transport Accident Act . From no-fault disputes and VCAT applications to serious injury applications, common law claims, and prosecutions, you’ll advocate for fairness while providing the TAC with specialised and considered legal advice. Advocate with Impact: Represent TAC in courts and tribunals, including VCAT, Magistrates’, County, and Supreme Courts, using your dispute resolution and litigation expertise to drive fair outcomes. Build relationships: Work with plaintiff solicitors, medical experts, courts and other key stakeholders, leveraging your influence and negotiation skills to achieve just results. Innovate and Solve: Apply analytical and strategic thinking to interpret complex legislation, manage diverse cases, and resolve disputes through formal litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods. Contribute to the Community: Support the TAC’s purpose by ensuring our scheme delivers life-critical services, directly improving lives across Victoria. About the Team You’ll join the TAC’s Client’s Division, a dynamic area of the organisation dedicated to supporting decision-making pursuant to the Transport Accident Act and delivering exceptional outcomes for Victorians. This is more than just a legal role; it’s a chance to contribute to the community. With no billable hours, a focus on collaboration, and flexible working, you’ll find balance and purpose. You’ll grow through internal development opportunities and be part of a team that values diversity, innovation, and community impact. Finish each workday knowing your work truly matters. What we’re looking for Extensive legal experience, including: Extensive knowledge of the Transport Accident Act, common law principles and other relevant legislation and legal policy; Extensive knowledge of the Courts and Tribunal rules, processes and procedures in all relevant jurisdictions; Demonstrated high degree of proficiency in managing complex litigation across various jurisdictions (including at VCAT, County and Supreme Courts); Extensive litigation and alternative dispute resolution experience. Highly developed problem solving, time management, and organisational skills Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, with the ability to influence, negotiate and work under demanding timeframes with changing priorities Strong stakeholder management Demonstrated experience in building relationships with stakeholders, including clients, the legal fraternity, and medical practitioners. Take the next step in your career. Apply now. Click apply to submit your Cover Letter and Resume. If successful, you’ll progress to a written assessment. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application . For more information, read the attached Position Description or contact Nicola McLennan, Talent Acquisition Specialist via Nicola_mclennan@tac.vic.gov.au for a confidential discussion. Applications for this role will be accepted up until 11:55pm on Wednesday, the 13 th of May. If we can do anything to help make applying for this role easier, or you have an adjustment request, please let our People, Culture & Engagement Team know at recruitment@tac.vic.gov.au . If over the phone is better for you, our number is 03 9300 0501. A safe place to work We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, men, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse, and LGBTIQA people to apply for roles. Child Safety At the TAC we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit our website . This role will require you to have a valid Working with Children Check. A current TAC employee is eligible to apply for another position at TAC if: The employee has been in their current position for at least 12 months; and Has attained at least a competency 2 (for job groups 1-5); and Is not currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
