Legal Policy Officer – Sentencing Advisory Council

About the role

The Sentencing Advisory Council is seeking a Legal Policy Officer to support a two‑year fixed‑term review of the Sentencing Act 1991. This role will work within a high‑performing Victorian Public Service team, providing legal and policy expertise to inform major sentencing law reform.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal policy advice to senior management, the CEO, and the Council’s Board on sentencing law and practice.
• Contribute to the Sentencing Act Review through research, planning, stakeholder consultation, and report writing.
• Assist with additional research projects on complex sentencing matters and produce high‑quality reports and publications.
• Prepare briefings for the Council’s Board of Directors and the Attorney‑General.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather evidence and insights.

Required profile

• Qualified tertiary degree in law.
• Strong knowledge of Victorian criminal law, particularly sentencing law.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and persuasive documents.
• Effective presentation abilities for briefing senior officials.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term (2 years) full‑time position at VPS Grade VPS4.
• Salary range $100,894 – $114,476 per year plus superannuation.
• Opportunity to influence significant law reform in Victoria.
• Supportive, high‑performing team environment.