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Join to apply for the General Counsel role at Fire Rescue Victoria1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the General Counsel role at Fire Rescue VictoriaThe General Counsel is a key member of FRV''s senior leadership who is responsible for overseeing the provision of strategic, timely and high-quality legal advice to the Fire Rescue Commissioner and members of the Executive Leadership Team.General CounselReports to: Executive Director Strategic ServicesLeadership: 10 FTE, $2.83M operational budgetRemuneration: $225,000 - $290,600 Total Remuneration PackageFRV employs circa 4700 staff, with a $1.1billion operating budget. Head officed in Melbourne CBD, FRV delivers world-class fire and rescue services to metropolitan Melbourne and major regional centres across Victoria. Established in 2020 as part of the state''s fire services reform, FRV builds on a century of excellence in emergency management and community safety.Position OverviewThe General Counsel serves as an important member of FRV''s leadership team, providing strategic legal oversight and guidance that shapes the organisation''s direction whilst ensuring legal compliance and operational effectiveness. Leading the Legal Services Department encompassing five lawyers, Integrity and Compliance Manager, FOI and Privacy functions, and support staff, you will deliver authoritative legal counsel to the Fire Rescue Commissioner and Executive Leadership Team.You will manage complex civil and criminal litigation, coronial investigations, regulatory inquiries, and legislative reform initiatives. This role demands sophisticated legal expertise combined with exceptional stakeholder engagement capabilities to represent FRV''s interests across government, legal, and emergency services sectors whilst maintaining the organisation''s reputation for excellence.Your Experience and AttributesLegally qualified with current Australian unrestricted practising certificate and minimum 10 years'' post-admission experience or equivalentProven senior legal leadership in executive management roles delivering strategic legal servicesOutstanding expertise in complex litigation management, regulatory investigations, and legislative interpretationDemonstrated experience in public sector legal frameworks, policy, compliance, and governance structuresExceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation skills and superior communication capabilityStrong track record building and leading high-performing legal teamsExperience in managing Freedom of Information, integrity, and compliance functionsExceptional conceptual and analytical legal skills with the ability to synthesise complex issues and identify pragmatic solutions whilst working collaboratively across the organisation.How to ApplyPosition Description is available at may be directed to: [email protected] must include a resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your interest and relevant expertise for the position. Responses to key selection criteria are not required but may be requested at a later stage of the assessment process.Applications to be emailed as MS Word or PDF to [email protected] close: 5pm AEST Monday 8th September 2025Applications close: 5pm AEST Wednesday 10th September 2025We encourage candidates to submit applications in advance of the close date. Applicants must be either an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid working visa. 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