At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of lawyers on complex government matters and guide major court cases.
- Company: Department of Justice and Community Safety, committed to making Victoria safer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Must be admitted to practise law in Victoria with strong legal and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 142790 - 191084 $ per year.
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
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.
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?
As manager, public law & litigation, you will lead lawyers who advise on government decisions and court cases. You will help ministers and the department resolve complex legal issues. You will:
- provide clear legal and policy advice to ministers and the department
- manage sensitive court cases, including class actions and other major disputes
- research complex legal questions, interpret laws and guide the preparation of legal documents
- lead and mentor lawyers, plan workloads and build an inclusive team
- build strong working relationships across government to solve legal problems.
About you: You must hold admission to practise law in Victoria or qualify for admission. You should also have:
- strong legal skills to analyse complex issues, interpret laws and find sound solutions
- experience advising on public or administrative law, or working in civil or criminal litigation
- knowledge or experience of Victorian Government and Cabinet processes
- leadership skills to support a diverse team, adapt to change and build trust.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
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.
Applications close Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 11.59pm.
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