Legal Support Officer

Office Of Public Prosecutions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) in Melbourne is recruiting a Legal Support Officer on a 0.5 FTE, fixed-term basis until June 2027. You will work closely with solicitors to provide administrative and legal support, manage case files, and prepare court documents.

The role requires strong administrative acumen, excellent communication, and a collaborative spirit. The start date is 18 January 2027 with a regular 19-hour work week pattern.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience in confidential environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player with ability to work across units.
• Proactive in identifying improvements and adapting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update case files in the case management system.
• Prepare and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Liaise with police, legal personnel and government agencies.
• Assist with preparation of court documents and briefs.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

As a Legal Support Officer, you'll be a key member of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. This a dynamic role working closely with solicitors to provide crucial administrative and legal support, ensuring our operational requirements are met. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing and updating case files in our case management system.
• Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
• Liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including police, legal personnel, and other government agencies.
• Assisting with the preparation of court documents and briefs.

Legal Support Officer. Part time (0.5), fixed term position until June 2027. Applications close on 11:59pm Thursday 19 November 2026.

About the role

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Administrative Acumen: You have a proven ability to provide administrative support in a complex and confidential environment.
• Communication Skills: You are an excellent communicator, capable of building and maintaining effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive as part of a team and can work effectively to maximize the team's efficiency and success.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: You are proactive in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and are not afraid to suggest new ways of working.

This is a part-time position at 0.5 FTE (19 hours per week). To meet operational requirements, the successful candidate will work a fixed, regular pattern of hours.

Days on offer: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday morning

Commencement date of intake - 18 January 2027. Successful candidates will need to commence in the role on the 18th January 2027.

The specific start/finish times and exact regular pattern of work will be confirmed and documented in writing upon offer of employment.

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.

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.