- Partner with the Victorian Government Solicitor and Executive Leadership Team on high-impact organisational matters
- Influence executive decision-making and help drive VGSO's strategic priorities
- Lead meaningful outcomes in a trusted role at the heart of VGSO
- Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
- Fixed term (16 months) | Full time
- VPS 6.2 $166,939 - $191,084 per annum plus superannuation
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) vision is to be the Victorian Government's trusted legal partner.
The VGSO provides responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector. Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass pillars, which guides how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the branch
The Office of the Victorian Government Solicitor (VGS) provides strategic, advisory and operational support to the VGS to enable effective leadership of VGSO and the delivery of high quality legal services to government.
The Office of the VGS also supports the Executive Leadership team, which consists of Assistant Victorian Government Solicitors, the Chief Operating Officer and the Director of People and Culture.
It acts as a central coordination point for executive decision making, governance and workflow, and engagement with senior stakeholders within VGSO and across government.
The Office is a small, high trust function comprising a Senior Executive Advisor and Executive Assistant, working closely with the VGS on complex, sensitive and time critical matters.
It operates in a fast paced, confidential environment requiring sound judgement, discretion, and a whole of government perspective.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Executive Advisor for a 16-month fixed-term opportunity. With proven public sector experience, you will provide strategic, high-level advice and executive support to the Victorian Government Solicitor (VGS) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) across a broad range of complex, sensitive and organisation-wide matters
Based within the Office of the VGS, this highly visible and influential role is central to supporting executive decision-making, driving strategic projects, managing key communications, coordinating governance activities and delivering initiatives that advance VGSO's strategic objectives. Working closely with the VGS and ELT, you will act as a trusted advisor, providing insight and recommendations on emerging issues while ensuring the successful delivery of key organisational priorities. The role also has responsibility for leading and managing the Executive Assistant, ensuring the effective operation of the Office of the VGS and the delivery of high-quality executive support services.
Operating in a fast-paced and high-trust environment, you will leverage your sound judgement, political acumen and exceptional stakeholder management skills to navigate complex and confidential matters. As a member of the ELT, you will play a pivotal role in fostering cross-organisational collaboration, enabling effective executive leadership and translating strategic priorities into tangible organisational outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic, relationship-focused executive advisor with a strong understanding of public sector operating environments to work at the centre of organisational leadership, governance and decision-making, contributing directly to the delivery of VGSO's strategic vision and priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-level advice and executive support to the Victorian Government Solicitor (VGS) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) on complex, sensitive and organisation-wide matters.
- Lead the preparation of high-quality briefs, submissions, presentations, correspondence and reports to support executive decision-making.
- Drive strategic projects and initiatives, providing recommendations and solutions to support VGSO's objectives and priorities.
- Coordinate governance and executive workflows, ensuring the quality, timeliness and effective progression of matters presented to the VGS and ELT.
- Monitor emerging government, policy and organisational issues, providing timely analysis, advice and insights to senior leaders.
- Develop and deliver communications on behalf of the VGS, to support organisational priorities, initiatives and change activities.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration, and positive organisational outcomes.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the Office of the VGS, enhancing governance, systems, processes and ways of working.
Skills and experience
- Proven public sector experience is essential, with a strong understanding of government operating environments, governance frameworks and strategic priorities.
- Demonstrated experience providing strategic advice and executive-level support on complex and organisation-wide matters, with the ability to navigate sensitive issues and competing priorities.
- Exceptional analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of preparing high-quality briefs, submissions, reports, presentations and recommendations for senior executives and decision-makers.
- Highly developed stakeholder management and influencing skills, with a proven ability to build credibility and trusted relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capability, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities and deliver practical, outcomes-focused solutions.
- Proven ability to support executive decision-making and deliver initiatives aligned to organisational objectives.
- Sound judgement, political acumen and a demonstrated ability to manage highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- A collaborative and values-led leadership approach, with the ability to influence across all levels of an organisation and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance.
Benefits
VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge. You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.
VGSO embraces flexibility and recognises the importance of work-life balance. We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to spend half of their time working remotely and the other half in the office. This setup encourages collaboration and strengthens team connections, while supporting your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!
Click 'Apply Now' to start your application. Applications must include:
- a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)
- resume
Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant skills/experience and suitability to the role in their cover letter.
To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Kate Miller, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on 0408 353 909 or email [email protected]
Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.
