Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy — Lead Major Reforms

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 167,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy to lead a team delivering major changes to criminal law in Victoria. You will provide expert guidance to the Attorney-General and collaborate with senior government stakeholders to shape policy reform.

The role is fixed-term for three years and full-time, based in Melbourne, with a salary in the mid to high six figures AUDs plus super.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in law or closely related field.
• Experience leading major legal or policy projects within the justice system.
• Ability to advise senior leaders and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team to plan and deliver major criminal law reforms.
• Provide clear, expert advice to senior leaders and government on complex legal issues.
• Work with justice agencies to solve difficult problems and improve the justice system.
• Lead the preparation of cabinet papers, parliamentary papers and ministerial replies.
• Build a strong, inclusive team culture that supports new ideas and helps people grow.

Skills

People leadership

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Legal expertise

Communication skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy to lead a team delivering major changes to criminal law in Victoria. You will provide expert guidance to the Attorney-General and collaborate with senior government stakeholders to shape policy reform.

The role is fixed-term for three years and full-time, based in Melbourne, with a salary in the mid to high six figures AUDs plus super.