Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $98,955
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VGSO961
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guides how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the branch
The Inquiries, Prosecutions and Administrative Law (IPA) branch of the VGSO comprises a number of legal teams that provide specialist legal services and advice to the State in relation to: Regulation, Administrative Law and Disciplinary Reviews, Inquiries, Royal Commissions and litigation on state care, personal injury.
The Administrative and Regulatory Law teams provide litigation services and legal advice in the following areas; investigations and criminal procedure, merits review of administrative decisions and related court proceedings, business and occupational licensing, conduct reviews, professional disciplinary proceedings and summary prosecutions, freedom of information, information sharing and privacy and integrity body inquiries.
The Inquiries teams provide specialist legal services and legal advice in relation to Inquiries and Royal Commissions including the establishment of Royal Commissions (exclusive services), management of notices to produce including document review, witness and hearing preparation, briefing and instructing counsel, State submissions and strategic responses, project management and reporting.
The branch also offers specialist litigation services in matters involving state care, personal injury, and negligence claims. The civil litigation team primarily handles claims brought by former wards of the State and others who have experienced similar circumstances, including cases involving historical institutional abuse.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated Senior Legal Assistant to join the Inquiries, Prosecutions and Administrative Law (IPA) Branch, supporting matters of significant public interest.
Reporting to the Branch Practice and Legal Support Team Leader, this role provides high‑quality secretarial and administrative support to a team of solicitors. The work is varied and fast‑paced and may include supporting senior lawyers, assisting with royal commissions and other inquiries, and contributing to the supervision and development of junior legal support staff. The role also offers opportunities for ongoing professional development.
We are seeking an experienced administrator who is calm under pressure, able to manage competing priorities, and confident engaging with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels. You will demonstrate sound judgement, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a high level of attention to detail. This role is well suited to someone who proactively identifies opportunities to improve administrative efficiency at both branch and organisational levels.
The Senior Legal Assistant will be re sponsible for, but not limited to:
Skills and experience
Benefits
VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate, and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge. You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.
VGSO embraces flexibility and recognises the importance of work-life balance. We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to spend half of their time working remotely and the other half in the office. This setup encourages collaboration and strengthens team connections, while supporting your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!
Click 'Apply Now' to start your application. Applications must include:
Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant skills/experience and suitability to the role in their cover letter.
To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Karlie Ridgwell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 0447 331 077 or email [email protected].
Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.