Work Type: Ongoing – Full-time
Salary: $142,790 – $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne – CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/D03162JUNE2026
The Victorian Law Reform Commission is a central agency for law reform in Victoria. We are a statutory authority, established under the Victorian Law Reform Commission Act 2000.
We aim to make a significant contribution to maintaining and further developing a fair, just, responsive, inclusive and accessible legal system for all Victorians.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
If a career that can give you the opportunity to contribute to fairer, more up-to-date and accessible laws appeals to you, we look forward to hearing from you.
- Lead the work of Victoria’s peak law reform body.
- Support meaningful reforms that shape the state’s laws.
- Work closely with senior leaders and influence important decisions.
- Guide a skilled team through complex and rewarding work.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $142,790 – $191,084 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As chief executive officer, you will oversee the Commission’s daily operations and help deliver its law reform work.
You will support strong governance, guide staff and help the Commission meet its legal obligations.
You will:
- lead day-to-day operations and maintain strong governance and compliance
- provide high-level advice and support to the Chair and Commissioners
- coordinate the delivery of authoritative publications and law reform reports
- support research teams to deliver high-quality work on complex issues
- build productive relationships and represent the Commission in senior forums.
About you
A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, public administration, economics or a related discipline is highly desirable.
Senior leadership experience in governance, risk management or financial management is also highly desirable.
You should also have:
- extensive experience leading corporate and administrative functions
- strong knowledge of Victorian public sector governance requirements
- sound judgement when applying legislation and government policy
- excellent research, writing and communication skills.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Emma Zanaty at law.reform@lawreform.vic.gov.au.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people’s rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Applications close Sunday 5 July 2026 at 11.59pm.
