Criminal Prosecution Solicitor - Trial Court Work

Office-of-Public-Prosecutions; Victoria; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Job summary

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is seeking solicitors to join our Trial Divisions and Specialist Trial Prosecution Teams. This full-time role offers ongoing or fixed-term opportunities to prepare and conduct matters for early resolution or trials in Victoria's County and Supreme Courts.

Ideal for early career solicitors seeking long-term progression and structured professional development, with Melbourne-based work and occasional regional travel.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Criminal Law and Procedure.
• Ability to undertake legal research to prepare prosecutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct in magistrates, county and supreme court hearings.
• Conduct legal research and provide advice on prosecutions.

Skills

Legal research

Criminal law

Court procedures

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Law degree

Admitted to practice in Victoria

Job description

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is seeking solicitors to join our Trial Divisions and Specialist Trial Prosecution Teams. This full-time role offers ongoing or fixed-term opportunities to prepare and conduct matters for early resolution or trials in Victoria's County and Supreme Courts.

Ideal for early career solicitors seeking long-term progression and structured professional development, with Melbourne-based work and occasional regional travel.