• Exposure to interesting legal work and high profile Police issues
• Join a supportive team environment
• Hybrid working from home/office environment
• Ongoing | Full-time
• VPS 3/4 $79,122 - $111,142 per annum plus superannuation (depending on level of experience)

About the VGSO

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.

The VGSO provides responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector. Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration and Excellence.

About the branch

The Police Advisory Branch  (PAB) is a work unit of the VGSO located at Victoria Police's corporate headquarters in Docklands.  The primary objective of the Police Advisory Branch is to provide legal services to the Chief Commissioner of Police and by extension to all Victoria Police personnel across the State.  This involves the provision of strategic legal advice and legal representation in connection with the administration of the force and police enforcement activities and functions.

Legal services are provided on a diverse range of matters including statutory interpretation, criminal law offences and procedure, subpoenas (which raise claims of  public interest immunity), administrative law, privacy and information sharing, police functions and powers, protection of vulnerable witnesses, media and defamation, forensic procedures, intervention order applications and emergency management. A significant component of the advisory function is the provision of advice, under pressure of time in circumstances requiring the exercise of sound judgement. 

About the role

We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated lawyer to join the VGSO as a Solicitor in our Police Advisory Branch. 

This is an exciting new role where you will get the opportunity to be involved in a broad and diverse range of matters, including but not limited to:

• Criminal law, police duties, powers and responsibilities;
• Statutory interpretation, criminal disclosure obligations and subpoenas;
• Administrative law, privacy and information sharing;
• Forensic procedures and intervention order applications;
• Summary prosecutions and emergency management; and
• Proceedings in the Court of Appeal.

About the successful candidate

The ideal candidate will have up to 5 years post-admission experience and demonstrates oral and written advice, carrying out complex legal research and analysis, advocating in various jurisdictions, working collaboratively in a team and building positive relationships with stakeholders.

Depending on your experience, you will also have demonstrated experience working on complex litigation with tight timeframes and an understanding or willingness to learn about the principles and practice of law in the following areas:

• Police powers, duties and responsibilities;
• Criminal law and procedure, including criminal disclosure;
• Administrative law and statutory interpretation;
• Public interest immunity claims; and
• Privacy and information sharing.

Please note a requirement of this role is holding a Baseline, Negative Vetting 1 or Negative Vetting 2 security clearance or be willing to obtain one.

Benefits

VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge. You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.

VGSO embraces flexibility and welcomes a conversation to help you achieve work-life balance. We currently work in a hybrid environment with employees enjoying a balance of working from home and in the office.

How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!  

Click 'Apply Now' to start your application. Applications must include: 

• a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)  
• resume 

Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant skills/experience and suitability to the role in their cover letter. 

To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Andrew McLellan, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 0499 333 652 or email careers@vgso.vic.gov.au

Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday 29 September 2025

Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.