Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $81,496 - $90,227
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/OPP/LP/1956406
About the Role
As a Paralegal, you will work closely with solicitors, Crown Prosecutors, and support staff to assist in the preparation and progression of criminal matters across various jurisdictions and practice areas. Allocations may vary according to operational requirements and may include Trial Divisions, specialist legal practice areas, and committees.
This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Key Responsibilities
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
You are either:
Part-time positions at 0.5 FTE (19 hours per week) will be considered. To meet operational requirements, the successful candidate will work a fixed, regular pattern of hours.
Commencement date of intake - 18 January 2027. Successful candidates will need to commence in the role on 18 January 2027.
About Us:
The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for conducting serious criminal prosecutions across Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Our team, consisting of over 475 skilled professionals, supports the work of the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor, and Crown Prosecutors. We strive to be a criminal justice system leader and a dynamic organisation, continually adapting to deliver effective outcomes for our people and the community.
At the heart of the criminal justice system are people – practitioners and the community we serve. Our vision is to lead in legal excellence, fostering an innovative, supportive environment with a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence.
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Applications must contain a resume and cover letter.
You will be required to complete the online Key Selection Criteria questions located on the last page of the online application form. A separate document responding to the key selection cri teria is not required.
Applications close on 11.59pm Wednesday 25 November 2026
In accordance with the VPS recruitment process all candidates are subject to complete a pre-employment misconduct screening declaration. Further information is available on the VPSC website: https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/resources/pre-employment-screening-misconduct-victorian-public-service/
The OPP is committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. People from all cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, or those who may experience disability related barriers in securing employment.