Legal Support Officer

About the Role:

Working closely and collaboratively, you will:

Provide crucial legal support to solicitors, including maintaining case management systems, preparing court documents, and creating comprehensive briefs and depositions.
Assist with file management and ensure accurate record-keeping.
Liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders, including Corrections Victoria, counsel, police, and other government agencies.
Prepare correspondence and documents to support legal proceedings.
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and supporting opportunities to enhance divisional processes and participate in new initiatives.
About you:

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Proven ability to provide administrative support in a complex, confidential, and sensitive legal environment.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders.
A strong capacity to work effectively as part of a team to maximise efficiency and outcomes.
A proactive and innovative approach to continuously improve processes and systems.
The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
About Us:

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for conducting serious criminal prosecutions across Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Our team, consisting of over 475 skilled professionals, supports the work of the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor, and Crown Prosecutors. We strive to be a criminal justice system leader and a dynamic organisation, continually adapting to deliver effective outcomes for our people and the community.

At the heart of the criminal justice system are people - practitioners and the community we serve. Our vision is to lead in legal excellence, fostering an innovative, supportive environment with a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence.

Apply Now:

The Salary for this position is VPS Grade 2.1.1 $60,2+5 per annum plus superannuation

Applications must contain a resume, cover letter.

You will be required complete the online Key Selection Criteria questions located on the last page of the online application form. A separate document responding to the key selection criteria is not required.

Applications close on 11.5+pm Tuesday 8 July 2025.

In accordance with the VPS recruitment process all candidates are subject to complete a pre-employment misconduct screening declaration. Further information is available on the VPSC website: https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/resources/pre-employment-screening-misconduct-victorian-public-service/

The OPP is committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. People from all cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, or those who may experience disability related barriers in securing employment.