Head of Legal

Innovation Victoria is seeking a Head of Legal to join their dynamic team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the legal direction of an organisation dedicated to fostering innovation and commercialisation across Victoria. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to lead a high-performing legal function within a forward-thinking, values-driven environment that prioritises inclusivity, flexibility, and professional growth.

Please find a detailed Position Description Here:

https://www.robertwalters.com.au/content/dam/robert-walters-redesign/country/australia/files/brochures/Head_of_Legal.pdf

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Applications will close 11 September 2026 at 5pm.

What you'll do:

As Head of Legal at Innovation Victoria you will play a central role in enabling quality legal advice across corporate and capital transactions. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Leading the Legal function to support Innovation Victoria’s strategic objectives and the delivery of the Corporate and Investment Plan.
• Providing expert legal advice on complex, and high-risk investment matters to ensure Innovation Victoria’s strategic objectives are met.
• Drafting, negotiating, and managing legal agreements. Managing legal budget and risk and through resolution of disputes, claims, litigation; protection of data privacy.
• Improving operational efficiency and supporting investment transactions throughout the organisation, including through policy and precedent documents.
• Building capability within the Legal team and managing external legal counsel.
• Advising on all relevant legislative, regulatory, and professional standards by driving continuous improvement in business management processes.
• Supporting Board and Committee functions through the CFO by providing expert legal guidance on governance matters as required.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders including portfolio investee companies, Victorian government agencies, research institutions, academia, and industry partners.
• Fostering an inclusive team environment where every member understands their role, responsibilities, success measures to support career growth through coaching.

What you bring:

• Commercially astute senior lawyer with at least 10 years’ experience gained from a reputable law firm or government agency or similar private company.
• Admitted as a Lawyer in Australia.
• Deep understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and policies applicable to Innovation Victoria.
• Act with the highest levels of integrity to manage complex sensitive matters ensuring confidentiality.
• Outstanding influencing skills and ability to build positive internal and external relationships. Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to handled complex negotiations and conflict resolution matters.
• Demonstrated ability supporting a high-performance team culture.

What sets this company apart:

Innovation Victoria’s Vision is to support a thriving innovation ecosystem and the commercialisation of innovative ideas in Victoria. IV will achieve this Vision for public benefit by operating as efficiently as possible, consistent with prudent commercial practice; and maximising its contribution to the economy and wellbeing of the State.

Innovation Victoria’s Mission is to be a unified 'front door' for innovation and commercialisation supports and promote Victoria as the 'ideas capital', building the capability of Victoria's innovative people and companies and growing capital available to innovators in Victoria.

Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities, including a 3-2 hybrid model vibrant office space designed for collaboration and professional growth.

What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of innovation in Victoria through impactful legal leadership, please submit:

• A Cover Letter addressing the key criteria (not more than 1 page); and
• A CV.

Please find a detailed Position Description Here:

https://www.robertwalters.com.au/content/dam/robert-walters-redesign/country/australia/files/brochures/Head_of_Legal.pdf

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Applications will close 11 September 2026 at 5pm.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Robert Kruger on +61 2 8289 3230 for a confidential discussion.