Manager, Legal Operations

Step into a dynamic, delivery focused environment where your expertise in legal operations and leadership will enable the Legal and Legislation Division to effectively and efficiently support the policy groups in the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) and the communities it serves

Join a positive, supportive workplace culture in a highly skilled team environment

About the role

The role reports to the Director, Legal and is responsible for:

• Transforming the way the division works by delivering and embedding innovation, improvement and best practice

• Driving implementation and embedding the division’s new matter management system which includes intake, triage and allocation of new work, and the development and streamlining of innovative, automated systems, processes and reporting tools

• Optimising and enabling legal operations performance through improved systems, processes and technology

About you:

• A leader who brings energy and enthusiasm with a track record of delivering results in legal operations
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to influence and build rapport and trust with senior and executive level stakeholders
• Able to create an environment where innovation and creativity are fostered and rewarded with the ability to deliver and embed improvements and transition to them to business as usual
• Strong initiative and ability to deliver tangible business outcomes as a result of critically evaluating problems from multiple perspectives and delivering effective solutions

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree majoring in business administration, business, commerce or law combined with extensive experience
• Demonstrated experience in legal practice management
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience using the full suite of Microsoft 365 tools
• A high level of proficiency in a case management system is also desirable

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 11 June 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.