Legal Assistant

7 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Office of Public Prosecutions Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Office of Public Prosecutions

**Salary**: $76,817 - $93,275

Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/OPP/LP/1838314A

Are you an experienced administrative professional with a strong interest in supporting legal teams and making a real impact in the public sector? The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our CCAC team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment and is looking to make a long-term career in legal support.

**Legal Assistant, County Court Appeals and Contraventions**

**About the Role**:
The County Court Appeals and Contraventions division have an ongoing, full-time opportunity for a Legal Assistant.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with a small, dedicated team of Managing Principal Solicitors, Legal Support Officers, and solicitors, providing high-level legal and administrative support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your professional network across the Victorian justice sector, working with key stakeholders such as witnesses, counsel, and government agencies including Corrections Victoria and Victoria Police. You will enjoy a high level of autonomy and independence in your work and utilise your experience working internally within the Office of Public Prosecutions.
- For more information, please see the position description.

**About you**:
This role is ideal for individuals with a background in legal administration, with the ability to manage large caseloads and work under tight deadlines. You will also be skilled in maintaining spreadsheets and databases, using initiative to solve problems, and efficiently handling solicitors' requests for assistance, as well as external queries.
- This role is not ideal for admitted solicitors.

Applications must contain a resume, cover letter.

**Applications close on 11.59pm 14 Febuary 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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