Senior Legal Policy Officer

• Shape criminal law policy that helps improve Victoria's justice system.
• You will give clear legal and policy advice on important issues.
• You will help shape reforms across criminal law and the Attorney-General's portfolio.
• You will join a supportive team with training and development opportunities.
• Ongoingl, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As Senior Legal Policy Officer, you will develop legal policy and law reform projects.

You will provide clear advice on complex legal and policy issues for senior leaders and government.

You will:

• develop sound legal policy proposals for the Attorney-General's reform program.
• provide authoritative advice on criminal law, legislation and justice system reform.
• prepare clear cabinet, parliamentary, ministerial and other written material.
• research complex issues and present practical options, risks and recommendations.
• work across the department and justice system to deliver important reform projects.

About you

You need a relevant tertiary qualification in law. You also need experience in legal policy or relevant legal practice.

You should also have:

• strong knowledge of Victorian Government policy processes and how they work.
• excellent written communication skills and the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret legislation and find accurate legal solutions.
• flexibility and resilience when priorities change or you need to solve difficult problems.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Marissa Jack at ************@justice.vic.gov.au.

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:

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