Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $116,413 - $128,631
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/OPP/EX/1949163
About the role:
The OPP is focused on strengthening the front end of practice, supporting earlier resolution where appropriate, and reducing pressure on the Trial Divisions by improving how work is allocated, reviewed and resolved.
This role leads defined workstreams within that reform program, from analysis and options development through to advice and implementation. It also carries a substantial PASL caseload, holding carriage of legal files, undertaking law reform consultations, and providing authoritative advice on sensitive and complex legal issues to internal stakeholders and external agencies. This legal work is intended to ground the reform work in operational reality.
The role reports to the Director, Strategy Delivery & Reform, and works closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), senior leaders across the organisation, and external justice sector agencies.
Full time, fixed term position till 30 April 2027.
You will:
Reform strategy and design
Legal practice and PASL
Stakeholder engagement and change
About you:
This role suits a candidate who combines legal practice experience with strategic advising or consulting experience.
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.
Apply Now:
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 criteria is not required.
Applications close on 11:59pm on Thursday, 7 October 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.