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, sexual 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?
- Help shape legal decisions across government and public services.
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Run important tribunal and enforcement matters that affect Victorians.
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Work on varied legal issues with skilled lawyers and supportive leaders.
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Build strong advocacy skills in a fast-moving government legal team.
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Fixed-term, full-time role for 2 years, earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As solicitor, you will provide legal advice and support across regulatory and enforcement matters.
You will work on tribunal cases, internal reviews and complex legal issues affecting government operations.
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prepare clear legal briefings and advice for ministers, executives and business areas
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manage complex VCAT matters and support enforcement action
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act as instructing solicitor and appear before tribunals when required
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conduct sensitive prosecutions on behalf of the department
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build productive working relationships while managing competing priorities.
About you
You must be admitted to practice as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Victoria. You should also have at least two years of post-admission experience.
You should also have:
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strong advocacy skills across courts and tribunals
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sound knowledge of administrative law and statutory interpretation
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experience working in a government regulatory setting
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the ability to communicate clearly, solve problems and work well with others.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Nadine Ruddock at
[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
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 formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
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.
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.
