Senior Legal Policy Officer
Shape policy and laws that improve support for victims.
Help deliver major reforms across Victoria's justice system.
Work on complex issues that affect people's lives.
Gain meaningful public sector experience in a role with real impact.
Ongoing/casual, full-time/part-time role earning $116,413 - $128,631 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As Senior Legal Policy Officer, you will shape policy and legislative reform for victims. You will provide clear advice and help deliver major government reforms.
analyse complex policy issues and use data to guide policy development
provide clear advice on victims' issues to ministers and senior leaders
contribute to major policy, legal and reform projects that support victims
prepare accurate reports, briefings, submissions and correspondence for government
support effective advice on the Victims of Crime Financial Assistance Scheme.

About you

A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution is highly desirable.

You should also have:
robust analytical and policy skills, including using data to inform policy
sound knowledge of policy development and government processes




high-quality written communication skills with strong attention to detail
flexible problem-solving skills and the ability to manage changing priorities

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.

If you have any further questions, feel free to email Lauren Scholz at

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

Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Child protected 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 setting for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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📌 Senior Legal Policy Officer Melbourne
🏢 Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
📍 Melbourne