The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) takes a community-centred approach engaging communities and key stakeholders in decisions and policies that affect them. The Legal and Legislation Division is a critical partner to DEECA's policy groups responsible for designing and delivering services and programs. It is an exciting time to join the Division as it prioritises what matters and optimises its capacity. This position will support the Division and contribute to reforming and developing innovative practice management processes within supportive team culture and dynamic work environment. About you: Demonstrated experience in a business support and advisory capacity is essential; experience in this capacity in an in-house legal practice would be highly regarded, but is not essential. Demonstrated experience supporting a senior lawyer or executive in an environment requiring management of competing priorities is essential. Demonstrated proficiency using technology and systems in an office environment at an intermediary to advanced level, with demonstrated strong capability in SharePoint, Excel, Word and Outlook to store and present information effectively, is highly desirable. This is a fixed term position available for a period of 9 months. 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. For further information please refer to the attached position description. Applications close at midnight on Monday, 17 June 2024. Other relevant information: Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.