Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $124,888 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5.2
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/MC2018NS
About Us
Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.
Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'.
Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is the first level of the Victorian court system and is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria. It has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 locations, equating to approximately 90 percent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible, and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.
About the Role
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria plays a vital role in delivering accessible justice for the Victorian community. We are seeking a Senior Policy Advisor to join our Strategy, Evidence and Insights team, where you will contribute to high‑impact policy work that shapes the future of the Court and the justice system more broadly.
As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will lead the coordination, development and delivery of strategic policy initiatives and policy products that support the Magistrates' Court's priorities. Working under broad direction, you will manage complex and sensitive policy programs, providing high‑quality advice and insights to inform decision‑making at senior levels.
You will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders across the Magistrates' Court, Court Services Victoria and the Victorian Government. The role has a strong focus on strategic thinking, analytical rigour and clear communication, and directly supports the General Manager, Strategy, Evidence and Insights.
This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, system‑level reform in a respected and values‑driven organisation. You'll work on challenging policy issues, collaborate with committed professionals and make a real impact on how justice is delivered in Victoria.
About You
This role is ideal for an experienced policy professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys translating evidence and analysis into practical, outcome‑focused policy solutions. You are a strategic thinker with a strong grasp of the Victorian justice landscape and a proven ability to influence and deliver. You will bring:
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Other information
CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.
We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.
As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.