* Exposure to interesting legal work and high-profile matters * Join a supportive team environment * Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work * Ongoing | Full-time * VPS Grade 2 $60,295 - $77,430 plus superannuation per annum 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 Inquiries, Prosecutions and Administrative Law (IPA) branch of the VGSO is comprised of approximately 40 lawyers, paralegals, project managers and support staff. The branch provides specialist legal services and advice to the State in relation to matters such as: * administrative action and decision making; * licensing and occupational regulation; * judicial review and VCAT proceedings;. * investigations, integrity and disciplinary matters; * privileges, confidentiality and document production; * prosecutions and enforcement; * establishing, running and responding to Royal Commissions and Public Inquiries; * personal injury claims brought by wards of State and other former care leavers (e.g. institutional abuse claims). The branch is led by an Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor, with support from two Lead Counsels and five Managing Principal Solicitors. Our people and clients are at the heart of everything we do. We are an inclusive and high-performing team that collaborates to deliver the best possible results for our clients. We provide learning and development opportunities to all our staff as they progress through their careers. We have a deep repository of expertise across the branch, and are constantly developing new areas of practice. Our work is complex and engaging, and always contains a public interest component. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Paralegal to join the Inquiries, Prosecutions and Administrative Law Branch and work alongside highly experienced and passionate solicitors. This role will provide support across all streams of work undertaken by the branch, with day to day duties including: * Assisting with inquiry and court preparation, including discovery related tasks and general document management * Document review using Ringtail * Legal research * Drafting correspondence, briefs to counsel and relevant Court documents * Taking minutes of meetings (both internal and external) Skills and experience * Prior experience working as a Paralegal * A demonstrated ability to perform high quality legal research * Previous experience with document management/discovery related tasks would be highly desirable * Excellent attention to detail and consistent high standards of work * Ability to ‘think on your feet' and work independently in the absence of specific instruction * Superior time management skills and the ability to multi-task and meet relevant deadlines * Ability to appropriately deal with sensitive and highly confidential information 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 recognises the importance of work-life balance. We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to spend half of their time working remotely and the other half in the office. This setup encourages collaboration and strengthens team connections, while supporting your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance. 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 Karlie Ridgwell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 0447 331 077 or email careers@vgso.vic.gov.au. Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 23 November 2025Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.