Senior Lawyer

• Full time maximum term position up to 12 months (part time considered)
• Salary range: $110,357 - $127,333 (pro rata) plus super plus salary packaging
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office model

About the role

The role will be based in the Economic and Social Rights (ESR) sub program of Civil Justice which aims to advance the quality of, and access to, rights which most affect the standard of living of disadvantaged Victorians. You will support the implementation and delivery of services to people in regional Victoria impacted by the October 2022 floods.

The role involves support and coordination of regional civil justice lawyers, undertaking the general legal work of the ESR program and providing legal support to people impacted by the 2022 floods, with a focus on civil legal issues including tenancy, social security, insurance law, infringements and NDIS. You will also provide supervision and mentorship for regional civil justice lawyers.

This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you will possess:

• A current Australian practising certificate which entitles you to practise in Victoria as a government legal practitioner of a law practice.
• Entitlement to practise in federal courts and courts exercising federal jurisdiction (entry on the High Court's Register of Practitioners).
• Demonstrated capacity to work as a lawyer in complex matters including substantial knowledge or practical experience in the law and relevant court procedures with a focus on one or more of NDIS, social security, infringements, tenancy, and insurance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively to a diverse range of people and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience working with First Nations Australians and understanding of cultural norms and communication styles (highly desirable).

Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

About Victoria Legal Aid

We offer legal representation, family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy to those who need it most. With over 1500 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.

Employee benefits

• Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid work from home & office model
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing
• Opportunity to join Myki Commuter Club(and salary package the cost)
• Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office)
• Access to discounted Private Health Insurance

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the following key selection criteria:

• Ability to provide support, mentoring and training of staff and contribute to the development of individuals and their knowledge and skills in civil law.
• Demonstrated capacity to work as a lawyer in complex matters including substantial knowledge or practical experience in the law and relevant court procedures with a focus on one or more of NDIS, social security, infringements, tenancy, and insurance.
• Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining partnerships and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.

For further information, please review the attached position description or contact Sam Sowerwine, Associate Director – Economic Social Rights Program on or

No agency applications will be accepted.

Applications close by 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025.

Other relevant information

It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.

VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first.

Job Reference:

VG/VLA/LPCJLH/1892403

Location:

VIC - various

Work Type:

Fixed term - full time or part time

Job Function:

Legal

Classification:

WVR LO4B

Salary Range:

$110,357 - $127,333

Job Duration:

Up to 12 months

Date posted:

29-Oct-2025

Application Close Date:

12-Nov-2025