Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 364
About Us
The Victorian Ombudsman (VO) provides a free, independent, accessible and impartial service to the public. Our purpose is to ensure fairness for the public in their dealings with the Victorian public sector, to improve public administration, and engage within both public organisations, the government sector and the broader community. The Ombudsman Act 1973 (Vic) is the governing legislation.
The VO’s role is to ensure that the services of state and local government, and other public organisations are delivered in a fair and reasonable manner that is compatible with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic) and that human rights have been taken into consideration in decision making.
About this role
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated solicitor to join the in-house legal team at VO.
The solicitor will draw upon their knowledge of administrative law principles to provide critical support to the Legal Team in the areas of preparing succinct and practical legal advice, drafting correspondence and court documents and assisting with legal support and administrative duties.
The solicitor role requires demonstrated skills in statutory interpretation, and an understanding of administrative law and decision making in the Victorian Ombudsman Office, and cultural and political awareness within their day-to-day work.
It is an essential component of the role that the solicitor be able to consult with Investigators, Complaints Officers and their colleagues in the Legal Team, and build trust and establish & maintain, constructive relationships at all levels within the organisation.
Core to your success in this role is the ability to obtain a strong understanding of the Ombudsman Act 1973 (Vic).
Please review the position description for full details.
How to apply:
Applications need to be submitted online via the ‘Apply Now' button.
To be considered for this role, you must include:
a 1-page Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria.
a Resume, no longer than 5 pages.
Applications close midnight Thursday 4 December 2025.
VO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and safe work environment. We want to ensure all applicants and employees with disability are treated respectfully and equitably in all stages of the recruitment process.
We encourage job applications from people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, LGBTIQ and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
VO is committed to supporting our employees work and life balance commitments. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
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