Manager, Advocacy

7 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Office of Public Prosecutions Full time

**Manager, Advocacy**

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is offering a rare and highly regarded opportunity for a senior legal professional to lead and influence one of the most important functions in Victoria's criminal justice system.

**About the Role**:
As **Manager, Advocacy**, you will hold a key leadership position within the Legal Practice division, overseeing the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the OPP's Advocacy team. This is a position of significant trust and responsibility, where your legal acumen and leadership will directly support the OPP's mission to deliver effective outcomes for our community.

This senior role is suited to an experienced criminal law practitioner with a strong background in advocacy and demonstrated leadership capability within complex and high-demand legal environments.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Advocacy team, including oversight of case allocation, workflow, and performance to ensure high-quality and timely legal service delivery.
- Drive excellence in advocacy by embedding consistent legal practice standards, quality assurance measures, and supporting continuous improvement across the team and broader Legal Practice.
- Appear as an advocate in complex legal matters, contribute to key legal and policy forums, and foster strong relationships with courts, justice sector partners, and other stakeholders.

**About you**:
You will bring extensive advocacy experience and a deep understanding of criminal law and court processes, developed through your work as a senior criminal law practitioner. Your strong leadership capability will be demonstrated through your ability to:

- Manage legal teams effectively, fostering a high-performance culture in complex, high-demand environments.
- Think strategically and implement innovative practice improvements to drive operational excellence.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism, enabling you to engage effectively across diverse groups.
- Commitment to excellence in all aspects of legal practice and leadership, positioning you for success in this high-impact role.

**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.

Applications must contain a resume, cover letter.

**Applications close on 11.59pm - 3 June 2025**

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.

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