Senior Analyst

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Analyst to lead data analysis and modelling to support Victoria's justice policy and funding decisions. You will transform complex information into clear advice that helps government improve the justice system.

You will develop data models, prepare detailed reports and briefings, assess funding proposals, and collaborate across government to deliver practical policy solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis skills to inform policy and funding decisions.
• Advanced financial modelling and ability to explain findings clearly.
• Experience preparing policy advice, reports and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis and modelling to support justice policy and funding decisions.
• Develop data models that support funding decisions across the justice system.
• Prepare clear reports, briefings and policy advice on complex budget issues.
• Guide junior staff and support major reform projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modelling

Education

Tertiary degree in law/finance/economics/public policy

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DJCSDJ1966NOV26

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We're proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Use your data skills to shape important decisions across Victoria's justice system.
• Lead complex analysis and develop models that guide justice funding.
• Help improve how courts and justice services work for the community.
• Enjoy varied policy projects and the chance to guide junior staff.
• Fixed-term, full-time role earning$116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As senior analyst, you will lead data analysis and modelling to support justice policy and funding decisions. You will turn complex information into clear advice that helps government improve the justice system.

You will:

• lead the development of data models that support funding decisions across the justice system
• prepare clear and detailed reports, briefings and advice on complex policy and budget issues
• develop and assess funding proposals, including their costs, risks and likely impact
• work with teams across government to develop practical policy solutions and improve justice services
• guide junior staff, support major reform projects and help your team deliver its priorities.

About you

A relevant tertiary qualification in law, finance, economics or public policy is highly desirable. You should also have strong skills in data analysis and financial modelling.

You should also have:

• strong data analysis skills and experience using data to inform public policy decisions
• financial modelling experience and the ability to explain complex findings in plain English
• strong writing skills and experience preparing policy advice, reports and recommendations
• sound judgement and resilience, with the ability to manage changing priorities and work across complex projects.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

Applications close Monday 23 November 2026 at 11.59pm