Job Description
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Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $124,888 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5.2
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1916566
We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people, people with disability, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse and LGBTIQ+ people to apply for our roles. The VLSB+C contributes to a fairer playing field for all Victorian job applicants, including making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment and employment process.
If you have any questions or need assistance to fully participate in the process, please contact People and Culture on 03 9679 8073 or [email protected]
Can you tell me more about what you do at VLSB+C?
Great question! We're really proud of the work we do. We are the regulator of the Victorian legal profession. We license lawyers and oversee service standards and conduct. This includes handling complaints about lawyers, investigating poor conduct and overseeing management of trust accounts. We are also the stewards of the public purpose and fidelity funds and administer these to support legal regulation and access to justice in Victoria.
We are a modern best practice regulator, using data and insights to help identify where our actions can have the greatest impact on ensuring ethical and professional legal practice by Victorian lawyers. We are passionate about maintaining and protecting the rule of law by ensuring the integrity of the legal profession.
Okay, and what role are you recruiting for?
We're looking for a Senior Researcher to join our Policy & Outreach Team. You will conduct high-quality empirical research aligned with the LSRC's strategic objectives to protect consumers, improve legal practice and ethics, and enhance access to justice.
This is getting interesting, what type of person are you looking for?
We are looking for candidates with the following:
A tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or social science discipline or a related field
Experience designing, conducting and disseminating high-quality empirical research, including publications; experience in law, justice or regulation is desirable
Expertise in quantitative methods, including survey design and statistical analysis, with proficiency in survey and statistical software (e.g. Qualtrics, Stata, R, SPSS)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, engage stakeholders, and support research literacy
That sounds like me! How are you different from other organisations?
We're really excited by our organisation, we offer:
Flexibility: We have work leading edge flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, flexible start time, up to 2 days working from home
Culture: Our People Matter Survey results reflect our staff are proud to work for the VLSB+C
Wellbeing: We have an active Social Club and Health and Wellbeing Committee that promote fun and engaging activities throughout the year
Partnership: our horizontal structure allows for more partnership with your colleagues and other teams
Purpose: We play a key role in regulating the legal practice in Victoria
I want to know more!
Nigel Balmer would love to hear from you at [email protected] if you have questions about the role.
I'm now really interested!
Great! Our recruitment is all about red carpet not red tape so simply click on ‘Apply Now' before midnight on 14th April. We can't wait to hear from you!
Other relevant information:
Appointment will be subject to abiding by our Flexible Working Procedure which defines the number of required in-office days at our office (including the ‘team day' of your team) and completion of the VPS Pre-Employment Statutory Declaration, Misconduct Declaration and Consent Form and the Pre-Employment Health Declaration.
Your appointment may be subject to a satisfactory National Police Record Check, provision of evidence of qualifications required for your position and/or a probation period
Applications close Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
31 March 2026
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $124,888 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5.2
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1916566
We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people, people with disability, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse and LGBTIQ+ people to apply for our roles. The VLSB+C contributes to a fairer playing field for all Victorian job applicants, including making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment and employment process.
If you have any questions or need assistance to fully participate in the process, please contact People and Culture on 03 9679 8073 or [email protected]
Can you tell me more about what you do at VLSB+C?
Great question! We're really proud of the work we do. We are the regulator of the Victorian legal profession. We license lawyers and oversee service standards and conduct. This includes handling complaints about lawyers, investigating poor conduct and overseeing management of trust accounts. We are also the stewards of the public purpose and fidelity funds and administer these to support legal regulation and access to justice in Victoria.
We are a modern best practice regulator, using data and insights to help identify where our actions can have the greatest impact on ensuring ethical and professional legal practice by Victorian lawyers. We are passionate about maintaining and protecting the rule of law by ensuring the integrity of the legal profession.
Okay, and what role are you recruiting for?
We're looking for a Senior Researcher to join our Policy & Outreach Team. You will conduct high-quality empirical research aligned with the LSRC's strategic objectives to protect consumers, improve legal practice and ethics, and enhance access to justice.
This is getting interesting, what type of person are you looking for?
We are looking for candidates with the following:
A tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or social science discipline or a related field
Experience designing, conducting and disseminating high-quality empirical research, including publications; experience in law, justice or regulation is desirable
Expertise in quantitative methods, including survey design and statistical analysis, with proficiency in survey and statistical software (e.g. Qualtrics, Stata, R, SPSS)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, engage stakeholders, and support research literacy
That sounds like me! How are you different from other organisations?
We're really excited by our organisation, we offer:
Flexibility: We have work leading edge flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, flexible start time, up to 2 days working from home
Culture: Our People Matter Survey results reflect our staff are proud to work for the VLSB+C
Wellbeing: We have an active Social Club and Health and Wellbeing Committee that promote fun and engaging activities throughout the year
Partnership: our horizontal structure allows for more partnership with your colleagues and other teams
Purpose: We play a key role in regulating the legal practice in Victoria
I want to know more!
Nigel Balmer would love to hear from you at [email protected] if you have questions about the role.
I'm now really interested!
Great! Our recruitment is all about red carpet not red tape so simply click on ‘Apply Now' before midnight on 14th April. We can't wait to hear from you!
Other relevant information:
Appointment will be subject to abiding by our Flexible Working Procedure which defines the number of required in-office days at our office (including the ‘team day' of your team) and completion of the VPS Pre-Employment Statutory Declaration, Misconduct Declaration and Consent Form and the Pre-Employment Health Declaration.
Your appointment may be subject to a satisfactory National Police Record Check, provision of evidence of qualifications required for your position and/or a probation period
Applications close Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
31 March 2026
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Researcher position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs 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 Work from home Jobs is a plus.
