At the Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO), our vision is to be the Victorian Government's trusted legal partner.
VGSO serves the rule of law exclusively for the State. Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration and Excellence.
We advise and represent government in high-profile matters that attract public attention and comment. Over the last few years, the VGSO has been involved with news-breaking matters related to every Victorian, including the Yoorrook Justice Commission, Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, Parliamentary Inquiry into the 2022 Flood Event, coronial inquests, judicial reviews, constitutional issues, freedom of information work, native title and human rights.
Why join us?
- Diverse, thought-provoking work
- Work alongside highly skilled colleagues who share a commitment to excellence and a passion for their work
- Be part of a collegiate workplace where knowledge sharing and teamwork is at the heart of our culture
- Manage your own legal files with an emphasis on independent legal thinking
- Develop a deep understanding of how government functions across its departments and agencies
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your life beyond the office
- Make a difference – public law is more than the bottom line
At the VGSO, you will be given a great deal of autonomy and responsibility. You will enjoy direct client contact where you are responsible for building client relationships. Our Graduates often comment on the high degree of client contact they obtain from day one, unlike many private law firms. For more senior lawyers, there is a great sense of contribution to fascinating areas of public interest. This builds a career path that is rewarding and intellectually satisfying.
Benefits of a career with the VGSO
In addition to working in an inclusive and supportive environment, our employees also enjoy benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries with annual increases under the VPS Enterprise Agreement 2024 (EBA)
- Hybrid work with flexible office/WFH options (50% split)
- Flexible work is embedded in our EBA to help support work/life balance whether that be caring arrangements or to support you to enjoy your hobbies outside of work
- Learning and development programs to help you grow professionally
- In-house CPD program for legal practitioners to meet your professional competencies
- Secondment opportunities
- Professional memberships subsidised (such as LIV and IPAA)
- Salary packaging options for superannuation and motor vehicle novated leases
- Generous leave entitlements, including annual leave loading, leave at half pay, paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave
- Annual performance and development process, structured around clear goals to support both your professional growth and VGSO's success
We know our physical and mental health is important - some other perks of working here include:
- Optical discounts for lenses
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program, which provides personal and confidential counselling support on personal and work-related issues
- Access to Myki Commuter Club for discounted annual Myki metro or V/Line pass
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounted corporate health plan
- Leave to donate blood
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