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Job Description
Full Time Fixed Term role until 30 June 2026
Salary: VPS 5 $113022 to $136747 pa 12% super
Location: 664 Collins St Docklands
About the Organisation
EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victorias 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:
Youll support investigations prosecutions and civil litigation while providing high-quality legal advice across regulatory and corporate matters. Your work will contribute to strategic enforcement outcomes and help shape Victorias environmental future.
In this role you will:
- Lead and support litigation in VCAT and the Supreme Court.
- Manage a caseload of criminal and civil enforcement proceedings.
- Appear in court and draft legal advice across a range of matters.
- Advise on regulatory activity including permissions notices and statutory powers.
- Assist with criminal prosecutions and mentor junior staff.
- Contribute to legal policy FOI and corporate legal affairs.
- Collaborate across the legal team and contribute to team development.
- Manage 12 direct reports and support broader mentoring within the team.
Skills and experience:
- A degree in law and admission to practice as an Australian legal practitioner.
- Minimum 4 years post-admission experience in a similar role ideally within regulatory or government legal practice (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of civil litigation administrative law and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience advising on statutory powers legal reviews and enforcement matters.
- Proven ability to manage complex legal files and contribute to strategic legal outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on clear persuasive legal writing.
- Strong stakeholder engagement problem-solving and team collaboration skills.
To see the full position description:Click Here
How to apply
Click the Apply button to submit your application. Applications close on 15th September 2025.
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.
- Completion of the application question.
For any enquiries relating to this role please reach out to
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
