Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $129,478 - $181,284
Grade: PVO8
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/150526/1925201ML
About the role:
Parks Victoria is seeking an experienced, strategic and passionate People Leader to lead our Legal team on a fixed term basis until October 2026, ensuring our legal, privacy, FOI and compliance functions are robust, responsive, and aligned with our mission to protect and enhance Victoria's remarkable parks and reserves.
In this key leadership position, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight to a team delivering high-quality legal services across the organisation. You will manage the provision of legal advice, oversee litigation matters, and coordinate engagement with external legal providers. Your expertise will support the business to meet its statutory and regulatory obligations including FOI and privacy and become a trusted advisor across Parks Victoria.
About Parks Victoria
Parks Victoria is a statutory authority of the Victorian Government acting in accordance with the Parks Victoria Act 2018.
Parks Victoria's estate attracts more than 100 million visits every year and we are committed to providing accessible, enjoyable, diverse programs and destinations while protecting and enhancing environmental and cultural values.
We're looking for someone with:
Your application will need to include:
Application Close date: Sunday 24th May 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, call Alexandra Deprez on 0428744562 or apply online!
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.
If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.