In-Demand Lawyer legislation Jobs in Melbourne City Centre Vic

Lawyer / Policy Officer
Law Institute Victoria —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Employee assistance program
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13d
Solicitor, Legislation
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
12d
Paralegal
LEAP Legal Software —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Editing
- Gym membership
- Free food
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Solicitor, Legislation
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
12d
Solicitor, Legal Projects
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
12d
Senior Police Lawyer
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- On-the-job training
12d
Associate or Senior Associate Solicitors - Class Actions
Shine Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Profit sharing
7d
Solicitor, Legal Projects
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
12d
Senior Solicitor, Legislation
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
7d
Director - Public Law, Policy & Oversight
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $240,938 - $310,385 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
6d
Senior Solicitor, Legislation
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
7d
Senior Police Lawyer
Victoria Police —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- On-the-job training
12d
Associate Solicitor - Abuse Law
Shine Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
Associate or Senior Associate - Personal Injury
Shine Lawyers —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
Industrial Officer
United Workers Union —Melbourne VIC
- $84,626 - $127,528 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
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Senior Industrial Officer
United Workers Union —Melbourne VIC
- $117,819 - $132,375 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
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Principal Legal Adviser
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
Principal Legal Adviser
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
Assistant Manager, Conduct & Compliance
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $166,938 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
12d
Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Construction Disputes
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Construction experience
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave

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Lawyer / Policy Officer

Law Institute Victoria
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
13 days ago

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Legal research
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Permanent full time Position
Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
Paid study leave and subsidies for professional memberships
Complimentary access to an employee assistance program (EAP) and wellbeing events throughout the year

About Us

The LIV is the state's peak body for lawyers, representing more than 22,000 members. The LIV's purpose is to promote the highest standards of ethical and legal practice, education and service excellence in the practice and administration of law to ensure the community benefits from strong legal representation, effective advocacy and a fair and equitable legal and justice system.

The LIV is a non-profit organisation dedicated to our members and the development, maintenance, and the sustenance of the law for the benefit of the community.

Position Overview

The lawyer / policy officer will primarily support the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) Commercial, Litigation and Costs Law Sections. The LIV Legal Policy, Advocacy, and Professional standards team represents, supports and advocates for the legal profession and the broader community through the development of policy, reform and advocacy initiatives. The team works closely with the LIV Council and its committees and with LIV members, through sections (representing substantive areas of law), committees, practice networks and interest groups.

The lawyer/policy officer will be a member of the Legal Policy team, contributing to outstanding legal analysis and policy advice. The role combines specialist legal policy work with managing junior members of the team.

Key Responsibilities Include:

The lawyer/policy officer will be responsible for driving key legal policy development, law reform, strategic advocacy, and projects in partnership with LIV members, LIV departments, and other key stakeholders.
identifying and acting on emerging legal issues and trends in Australia and overseas to initiate policy development and solutions;
cultivating strong and productive relationships with key stakeholders at all levels, both external and internal, to influence and collaborate on policy development, law reform and joint projects;
The lawyer/policy officer will provide practice support to LIV members and legal practitioners.
monitoring legal, policy, and other (e.g. technological) developments relevant to their area of expertise;
delivering high quality relevant and up-to-date information and resources to assist legal practitioners;
identifying key topics for, and contributing to, continuing professional development programs and events for legal practitioners;
representing LIV on internal and external committees, and at legal policy and practice events and forums.

To be considered, you must demonstrate:

Knowledge of pertinent issues within the justice sector, LIV past advocacy and post-COVID policy platforms
Good knowledge and experience of commercial law and litigation
Experience in legal policy development and advocacy
High level legal research skills, including an ability to interpret legislation and provide advice on complex legal issues
Experience in negotiating and collaborating with key stakeholders on legal policy matters
Excellent project management skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong written communication and interpersonal skills
Accountability- an ability to meet commitments and deliver quality legal advice which represents the best interests of the LIV’s business.

The LIV encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origin, LGBTIQ+ communities and from diverse cultures, language groups, and people with disabilities.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a highly respected membership organisation that values respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, curiosity and a focus on service excellence, please apply.

Please include a cover letter, together with your CV.
Applications close 04 September 2026.
Applications may be considered and interviewed before the closing date.

The position description is available at the link below:

https://www.liv.asn.au/Common/Uploaded%20files/NoIndex/LIV-Careers/Position-Description-Commercial-Litigation-Costs-Section-Policy-Officer-July-2026.pdf

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lawyer legislation jobs in melbourne city centre vic

Lawyer / Policy Officer

Solicitor, Legislation

Paralegal

Solicitor, Legislation

Solicitor, Legal Projects

Senior Police Lawyer

Associate or Senior Associate Solicitors - Class Actions

Solicitor, Legal Projects

Senior Solicitor, Legislation

Director - Public Law, Policy & Oversight

Senior Solicitor, Legislation

Senior Police Lawyer

Associate Solicitor - Abuse Law

Associate or Senior Associate - Personal Injury

Industrial Officer

Senior Industrial Officer

Principal Legal Adviser

Principal Legal Adviser

Assistant Manager, Conduct & Compliance

Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Construction Disputes

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