• Leadership role providing expertise over performance reporting, budgeting & forecasting and cost management functions at VGSO
• Deliver insights that drive decisions and support public value
• Hybrid working from home/office environment
• Ongoing | Full-time
• VPS 6.1 $138,631 - $162,076 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

Led by the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Corporate Services branch plays a crucial role in enabling VGSO's overall success by providing essential support and strategic guidance to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Balancing an appreciation of the complexities and nuances of the public sector, along with the requirements of operating in a competitive legal services environment, the branch delivers proactive, effective and efficient services to VGSO's internal and external clients.

Through its work, the Corporate Services branch fosters a cohesive and supportive environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and a client-centric approach.

Functionally, the following business areas are included within the Corporate Services branch:

• Office of the Chief Operating Officer (Strategy and Governance)
• Finance
• Information Communications Technology
• Knowledge Management
• Client Insights and Communications

About the role

As the Senior Manager, Finance Business Partnering, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping the financial strategy at the Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO). This role is responsible for embedding a finance business partnering model that fosters strong, trusted relationships across the organisation and delivers data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

You will:

• Lead a high-performing team to deliver both operational and strategic financial and procurement support to VGSO's branches.
• Establish and embed a business partnering approach, ensuring finance is a proactive and trusted advisor across the organisation.
• Manage key financial processes, including month-end reporting, forecasting, and the annual budget cycle.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive informed decision-making, optimise financial performance, and ensure effective resource allocation.
• Uplift commercial capability across VGSO through education, leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee cost management and procurement governance

This is a unique opportunity to influence financial sustainability and operational excellence in a purpose-driven public sector environment.

Skills and experience

We are looking for a strategic and collaborative finance leader who brings:

• Extensive experience in management accounting, with strong knowledge of financial and accounting standards.
• Proven ability to influence and support stakeholders using complex financial data, trend analysis, and performance metrics.
• Strategic leadership capability, with a track record of shaping finance functions through thought leadership and effective team management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial insights and reports clearly to executive leadership.
• Experience leading change and process improvement, including solving complex problems in environments without clear precedent.
• Strong business acumen, with a detail-oriented, analytical mindset and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, both internally and externally, to enhance performance and collaboration.

• Demonstrated expertise in advanced financial modelling, with the ability to build and interpret complex models
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data analysis tools
• Experience with Power BI or similar data visualisation platforms is highly regarded

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 Kate Miller, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, on 0408 533 909 or by email at [email protected]

Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, 16 June 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.