Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy & Reform

Department Of Justice And Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 167,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria is seeking a Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy to lead a skilled team responsible for major criminal law reforms and policy development.

You will advise senior leaders, collaborate with justice agencies, and oversee cabinet and parliamentary papers, while fostering an inclusive team culture.

This fixed-term, full-time role for three years is based in Melbourne, offering a competitive salary and commitment to safety and justice reform.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in law or closely related field.
• Strong experience leading major legal or policy projects within the justice system.
• Proven people leadership and ability to guide, support and develop a team.
• Sound legal or policy expertise and understanding of Victoria's justice system.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to advise senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a skilled 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

Strong leadership

Legal policy expertise

Communication & problem-solving

Advisory abilities

Education

Law degree

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria is seeking a Senior Manager, Criminal Law Policy to lead a skilled team responsible for major criminal law reforms and policy development.

You will advise senior leaders, collaborate with justice agencies, and oversee cabinet and parliamentary papers, while fostering an inclusive team culture.

This fixed-term, full-time role for three years is based in Melbourne, offering a competitive salary and commitment to safety and justice reform.