There is an exciting full-time fixed-term opportunity for a Lawyer in the Legal and Risk Department at Museums Victoria, Australia's largest public museum organisation. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation.

ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA:

Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world's most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV)—where every day is a new opportunity to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the southern hemisphere's largest and most iconic museum organisations, we're not just about exhibits; we're about engaging, immersive moments that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.

Home to the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, the culturally rich Immigration Museum, the mind-expanding Scienceworks, and the World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, MV is a place where events transform spaces and stories into something truly unmissable. Join a passionate team that brings ideas to life and makes discovery part of everyday experience. 

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Lawyer delivers high quality legal support across Museums Victoria, providing practical and strategic legal advice on a broad range of matters to support the effective management of legal and organisational risk.

The primary responsibility of the Lawyer will be advice and support in relation to:

• Commercial legal matters with contracts covering procurement of goods and services, intellectual property, construction projects, information technology, facilities services, grants, sponsorship and touring exhibitions
• Insurance advice and support
• Litigation management and dispute resolution
• Statutory interpretation, research and public law
• Application and communication of relevant legal concepts to Museum specific projects
• Use of established frameworks, interpretation and application of relevant organisation policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will be a strong communicator, highly organised, work collaboratively and provide accurate and practical legal advice.

The preferred candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years' experience as a lawyer and hold a Victorian legal practising certificate.

OTHER INFORMATION

This is a full time, fixed-term contract for 12 months. The position is classified within the VPS 3.2.1 (Base salary $91,971 + superannuation)  - VPS 4.1.1 (base salary $100,894 + superannuation) range, depending on experience.

The successful applicant is required to undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children Check and be assessed as suitable (new employees are required to meet this cost).

HOW TO APPLY?

To view the position description, visit Careers - Museums Victoria. From our Current Vacancies page, select “All Jobs” and click on the link for this job's listing. 

To apply, please click “Apply for this Job” at the bottom of the job listing page. 

For more information about this position, please contact Rebecca Northeast at RNortheast@museum.vic.gov.au.

Please submit the three following three documents with your application: 

• Your Cover Letter
• Your Resume
• A written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in our Role Statement (Please refer to attached document)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 31 May 2026 (11:59pm)