Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/D02633JAN2026
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ****** orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
Utilise your expertise in policy to provide support and advice to the Integrity Policy and Performance business unit
A fixed-term, full-time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service until 30th June 2028
VPS Grade 5: $113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.
About the Business Unit:
Integrity Policy and Performance (IPP) is a business unit within the Integrity, Regulation and Legal Services group of the Department of Justice and Community Safety. IPP is responsible for supporting the Attorney-General in her role as the Minister responsible for Victoria's integrity system and as First Law Officer.
About the Role:
The Senior Legal Policy Officer will primarily focus on legal profession regulation matters. They will have the opportunity to gain experience working closely with other Australian jurisdictions in the Legal Profession Uniform. Law scheme as well as developing strong stakeholder relationships with relevant key stakeholders.
Some of your duties will include:
Providing advice to the Attorney-General and departmental executives on operational issues affecting legal profession regulators, including in relation to budget, subordinate legislation and legislative reform
Managing designated projects, undertake research and develop and evaluate evidence policy proposals to improve the operation of legal profession regulation and deliver on government priorities
Developing complex briefs, Cabinet and Parliamentary documentation, policy papers, reports and Ministerial and other correspondence for the Attorney-General's portfolio.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Highly-developed knowledge and experience of leg islative and public policy processes or relevant legal practice experience
A strong ability to adopt an innovative, strategic and solutions-focused approach to problem solving
An astute ability to consistently deliver high quality written and verbal advice, effectively analysing complex issues
A seasoned ability in working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications/Requirements:
A tertiary qualification in law or relevant discipline is highly desirable.
How to Apply:
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf form..ats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative form..at to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
29 January 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/D02633JAN2026
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ****** orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
Utilise your expertise in policy to provide support and advice to the Integrity Policy and Performance business unit
A fixed-term, full-time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service until 30th June 2028
VPS Grade 5: $113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.
About the Business Unit:
Integrity Policy and Performance (IPP) is a business unit within the Integrity, Regulation and Legal Services group of the Department of Justice and Community Safety. IPP is responsible for supporting the Attorney-General in her role as the Minister responsible for Victoria's integrity system and as First Law Officer.
About the Role:
The Senior Legal Policy Officer will primarily focus on legal profession regulation matters. They will have the opportunity to gain experience working closely with other Australian jurisdictions in the Legal Profession Uniform. Law scheme as well as developing strong stakeholder relationships with relevant key stakeholders.
Some of your duties will include:
Providing advice to the Attorney-General and departmental executives on operational issues affecting legal profession regulators, including in relation to budget, subordinate legislation and legislative reform
Managing designated projects, undertake research and develop and evaluate evidence policy proposals to improve the operation of legal profession regulation and deliver on government priorities
Developing complex briefs, Cabinet and Parliamentary documentation, policy papers, reports and Ministerial and other correspondence for the Attorney-General's portfolio.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Highly-developed knowledge and experience of leg islative and public policy processes or relevant legal practice experience
A strong ability to adopt an innovative, strategic and solutions-focused approach to problem solving
An astute ability to consistently deliver high quality written and verbal advice, effectively analysing complex issues
A seasoned ability in working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications/Requirements:
A tertiary qualification in law or relevant discipline is highly desirable.
How to Apply:
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf form..ats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative form..at to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
29 January 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Legal Policy Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.