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Legal Support Officer

Environment Protection Authority Victoria
Melbourne, VIC
A$76,817 p/a
Administration & Office Support → Office Management
Full-time
On-site

Posted 4 days ago


Whoever you are, whatever skills you bring, you have a critical role in protecting Victoria's lands and waters. Whether in the office or on the ground, you get to see the difference you make each day.

Ongoing, full time role

Salary: VPS 3 - $76,817 to $93,275 + 11.5% superannuation

Location: 664 Collins Street, Docklands 3000

About the Organisation

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria's environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are a workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

The EPA Experience

  • See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
  • Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
  • On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
  • Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

About the role:

As a member of a team, you will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating the operations and workflows of the Legal Branch.

In this role you will:

  • Deliver legal administrative processes, including financial administration support, administration of archive systems, record management and reporting processes.
  • Implement triage processes to ensure resources are focussed towards providing legal services and support aligned to EPA's strategic and regulatory priorities.
  • Deliver specific service initiatives, projects, and process improvements in consultation with the Legal Practice Manager.
  • Support the evaluation and improvement of legal processes, procedures, file management and information systems, implementing improvements as required.

Skills and experience:

  • Experience in providing legal practice support, preferably in government.
  • Knowledge of the legal practice and procedure in the various courts and tribunals and legal terminology is desirable.
  • Background in finance and experience with Finance One is desirable.
  • Background in procurement in advantageous, preferably in government.
  • A relevant tertiary degree is desirable.

To see the full position description: Click Here

How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close on Tuesday 25 March 2025 at 11:59PM.

Applicants Should Submit:

  • Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.
  • Resume; including contact details of two referees.

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to [email protected]

Need to know more?

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.


About Environment Protection Authority Victoria

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Government & Defence
501-1000 employees

Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria was established in 1971 under the auspices of the Environment Protection Act 1970.

Our role is to be an effective environmental regulator and an influential authority on environmental impacts.

Our vision is for a healthy environment that supports a liveable and prosperous Victoria.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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