Legal Support Officer

Office of Public Prosecutions VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Office of Public Prosecutions VIC in Melbourne is seeking a Legal Support Officer on a part-time basis (0.5 FTE, 19 hours per week) with a fixed-term until June 2027. You will provide confidential administrative support and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

The successful candidate will work a regular pattern of hours, primarily Monday to Wednesday mornings, with times to be confirmed on offer. OPP VIC is committed to an inclusive workplace and values diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience in a complex and confidential environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team to improve efficiency.
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to suggest improvements.

Skills

Administrative acumen

Communication skills

Collaborative spirit

Problem-solving & innovation

Job description

Office of Public Prosecutions VIC – Melbourne VIC

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

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.

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.