Public Law & Litigation Manager — Government

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Manager, Public Law & Litigation to lead a team of lawyers on complex government matters. You will guide ministers and the department by delivering clear legal and policy advice and shaping strategic responses to court cases.

You will mentor and manage workloads, build an inclusive team, and foster strong relationships across government to resolve difficult legal issues for the Victorian community.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practise law in Victoria or eligible for admission.
• Experience advising on public or administrative law.
• Experience in civil or criminal litigation.
• Knowledge of Victorian Government processes.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear legal and policy advice to ministers and the department.
• Manage sensitive court cases, including class actions and other major disputes.
• Research complex legal questions, interpret laws and guide the preparation of legal documents.
• Lead and mentor lawyers, plan workloads and build an inclusive team.
• Build strong working relationships across government to solve legal problems.

Skills

Public law

Legal analysis

Leadership

Policy advice

Education

Admission to practise law in Victoria

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Manager, Public Law & Litigation to lead a team of lawyers on complex government matters. You will guide ministers and the department by delivering clear legal and policy advice and shaping strategic responses to court cases.

You will mentor and manage workloads, build an inclusive team, and foster strong relationships across government to resolve difficult legal issues for the Victorian community.