Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $79,995 - $113,159
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1941665
- We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a People Capability Business Partner
- Perm, Full-Time position | WFH with 2 days minimum in our Southbank Office
- Base salary from $79,995 plus 12% super
Protecting what matters. Powering a safer future.
At Energy Safe Victoria our purpose is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently across our state. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we deliver trusted regulatory outcomes that support a safe, reliable and sustainable energy future. Join a team of passionate professionals committed to making a genuine difference for Victorian communities.
About the opportunity
The Paralegal and Enforcement Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting Energy Safe Victoria's enforcement activities and helping deliver safer outcomes for Victorian communities. Working within our Legal Enforcement team which forms part of the Legal and Procurement Department, you'll provide paralegal and administrative support across infringement management, internal reviews, litigation preparation, legal research and responses to statutory information requests.
Within Energy Safe Victoria's Legal, Governance and Regulatory Policy Division, this role will also work closely with Investigations and other operational teams, enabling the coordinated progression of enforcement matters through effective triage, document management, and communication and engagement protocols.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated paralegal professional looking to gain exposure to regulatory enforcement, court processes and complex legal matters within a purpose-driven government organisation.
What you'll contribute
In this role, you'll support the effective delivery of Energy Safe Victoria's enforcement functions through:
- Administering infringement notices, official warnings and internal review processes.
- Supporting litigation activities, including preparing court documents, briefs and evidence materials.
- Coordinating enforcement workflows between Legal, Investigations and operational teams.
- Assisting with responses to subpoenas, statutory notices and information requests.
- Undertaking legal research, analysis and knowledge management activities.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements that strengthen legal operations and enforcement outcomes
- Other relevant duties and involvement in projects as required to support the Legal and Procurement Department.
To be successful, you'll bring
- Experience working in a paralegal or legal support role.
- Strong legal research, document management and administrative capabilities.
- An exceptional eye for detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Confidence working with legal systems, SharePoint and court portals.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Sound judgement, discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportuniti es for process improvement and operational efficiency.
Reasons to apply
- Flexible work arrangements including hybrid working options (minimum two days in the office per week) and accrued credit hours.
- Additional leave options, including personal, cultural, volunteer, community service, and study leave, as well as the option to purchase extra leave.
- Generous paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers, plus reproductive health leave.
- Fitness Passport membership, available to employees and their immediate family members.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace, supported by our Diversity and Inclusion Council and commitments through our Gender Equality and Reconciliation Action Plans.
- Wellbeing initiatives, including free annual flu vaccinations and skin checks.
- Novated leasing benefits through our partnership with SG Fleet.
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support for employees and their families.
- Home office subsidy of $250 per year.
- Learning and development opportunities, with strong support for career growth and internal mobility.
Interested?
Click Apply to complete the online application process and submit your current resume and cover letter via the Careers Victoria website.
Applications must be submitted online by COB Monday 31 August 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as this advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks and a satisfactory National Police Check.
At Energy Safe Victoria, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and value the diverse experiences and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all.
If you require any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process or in the role itself, we encourage you to discuss this with us. If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support throughout the recruitment process.
For a confidential discussion, please contact People & Culture at [email protected]
Applications close Monday 31 August 2026 at 11.59pm
