- Help shape criminal law reform that can improve outcomes across Victoria.
- You will research complex issues and help turn ideas into practical policy.
- You will work on major justice reforms that affect people across Victoria.
- You will build legal policy skills while supporting important government priorities.
- Ongoing full-time role earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.

About us

Are you interested in being at the cutting edge of legislation and policy development for high profile criminal law reforms? If so consider applying to join us in the Justice System Coordination and Reform Group (JSCR).

- We provide legal policy and reform expertise to the Attorney-General to deliver on their criminal law policy responsibilities and the legislative reform program
- We work collaboratively with key entities across the justice system and the department to ensure policy reform is strategic, relevant, holistic and people-centred
- We are responsible for developing policy and legislative reform in a broad range of areas, including bail, summary crime, counter terrorism, family violence, offence reform (including sexual offences), sentencing, criminal procedure (e.g. committal and appeal processes), jury directions and evidence.

What you will do

As a legal policy officer, you will support policy and law reform work across the Attorney-General's portfolio.

You will work with others to develop clear advice and practical options for reform.

You will:

- support priority policy and reform projects from planning through to delivery;
- prepare clear briefings, reports, papers and advice for senior decision-makers;
- identify emerging issues, risks and opportunities that may affect key reforms;
- research and analyse legal and policy issues to support sound advice;
- contribute to key criminal law reforms and build positive working relationships.

About you

A relevant tertiary qualification in law is highly desirable.



You should have three years of post-admission or relevant professional experience.

You should also have:

- legal policy knowledge or relevant legal practice experience, ideally in criminal law;
- strong skills in analysing legal and policy issues, interpreting laws and giving accurate advice;
- critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess evidence and develop practical options;
- clear communication skills, with the ability to write and present information for different audiences.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Paulette Fraser at

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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 safety 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.

📌 Legal Policy Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne