About the role: An ongoing Senior Police Lawyer position is available in the Specialist Legal Branch (SLB) of the Legal Services Department (LSD) of Victoria Police. SLB is responsible for most of Victoria Police's criminal advice work. We are a busy team offering an outstanding quality of work and a great diversity of issues. We identify and manage legal risk, and provide advice, on issues ranging from major and organised crime, terrorism, covert services, forensics, road safety and family violence to human rights, First Nations issues and prejudice-motivated crime. We work closely with other parts of Legal Services, including Civil and Litigation Branch and Courts and Prosecution Services Division, as well as other corporate services teams, such as the Legislative Policy Unit, and operational areas. The Senior Lawyer position is based in SLB's Human Rights and Public Law team but SLB staff are agile, giving you the opportunity to work across multiple functions and subject matters to support the broader team in delivering organisational priorities. Victoria Police is a contemporary, agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements. Your duties will include: * Supporting delivery of a strong legal advisory service including undertaking high level legal research, critical analysis regarding complex issues of statutory interpretation and drafting legal advice * Participating in the development and delivery of training including but not limited to in respect of the Charter of Human Rights and prejudice-motivated crime * Instructing counsel n some complex cases, and considering the application of counsel's advice to operational practices and issues * Build and sustain partnerships and networks with key internal and external stakeholders to assist with meeting organisational objectives including to identify and manage legal risk and provide legal advice and support * Considering and commenting on legislative proposals and Cabinet submissions * Assisting with project work related to SLB functions and operations. As the successful applicant, you will have: * Admission to practice as an Australian legal practitioner (unrestricted practising certificate) * Experience in researching legal issues and compiling legal advice * Ability to work as part of a team, in a developing and emerging work environment * High level of resilience and emotional intelligence. * A current and valid Victorian Driver Licence. Requirements and relevant information: * One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available. * The salary range for a VPS4 role is $97,955 to $111,142. Although it is standard practice for selected candidates to commence at the base of the salary range, genuine consideration will be given to a commencement salary within the available range that is commensurate with the successful candidate's knowledge, skills and experiences. This will be subject to negotiations with the Hiring Manager in the course of the selection process and may include the provision of evidence of a higher income and/or supporting documentation (as required). * As a member of the CPSD you will be located on selection, at a specific office for a particular advertised opportunity. The primary location for this position is Level 28, Tower 1/311 Spencer Melbourne 3001. However, given occasional legal service demand issues you may be required at times to undertake varied work within the Department. This promotes professional development opportunities in a range of legal domains, and supports the Department's commitment to a flexible and deployable legal workforce. * This position may require you to work outside normal hours. * Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. * The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. Your application must include: * A Cover letter (no more than 1-page) * Resume * Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. * A copy of your current unrestricted Australian Practicing Certificate Applications close midnight, Thursday 16th April 2026. Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email. For further information, please contact: Kelly Wick on (03) 8335 5751 or kelly.Wick@police.vic.gov.au. We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004. About Us: Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate. In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation. We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.” If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you. Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps