Paralegal

Ongoing, full time role 

Salary - VPS 2: $60,295 to $77,430 + 12% superannuation

Location - 664 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008

About the Organisation

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s 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

You will be a member of a team who contributes administrative, research and other support functions to the full range of services provided by the Legal Branch. You will use your initiative, judgement, and communication skills to deliver high quality paralegal services, aligned to EPA’s strategic priorities, to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.  

In this role you will:

• Deliver paralegal services to assist solicitors to conduct legal work.
• Conduct legal research, investigate options and provide recommendations; prepare draft reports, advice, correspondence and briefings.
• File documents and maintain accurate and up to date legal records.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Assist in preparation of briefs of evidence and associated court documents; monitor court hearings and due dates.

Skills and experience

• Currently completing or has completed a relevant tertiary qualification in law or equivalent studies; or experience providing paralegal services.
• Knowledge of the law and legal procedures applicable to a regulatory agency and understanding of procedural aspects of criminal and civil litigation or ability to quickly gain familiarity with relevant law and procedures.
• Proven ability to work as an effective member of a cohesive team.
• Ability to effectively manage time, with an organised and logical approach to given tasks.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high quality work.

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How to apply

Click the ”Apply” button to submit your application. Applications close on Tuesday 14 October 2025 at 11:59PM.

Applicants Should Submit:

• Answers to the prompted screening questions as part of the application
• Resume; including contact details of two referees.

For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to careers@epa.vic.gov.au

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.