DTP Graduate – Legal

Victorian Government

. Complete rotations through DTP’s three legal branches: Public Law and Information Access, Commercial and Operations, and Legislation .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMelbourne • AustraliaEntry Level💰 A$81,496 - A$86,735 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to draft contracts and legislation while providing sound legal advice across various areas of law. Capable of collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, managing competing tasks, and applying attention to detail in all legal work.

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Legal ResearchStatutory InterpretationContract DraftingCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Statutory InterpretationAdministrative LawEmployment LawHuman Rights LawLegislative DraftingCommercial LawLitigation ManagementLegal AnalysisContract DraftingFOI and Privacy

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationInitiativeAttention to DetailJudgement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Australian Tertiary Qualification in LawAdmitted or Eligible to be Admitted as a Lawyer in Victoria

Industry Keywords

Public LawCommercial LawLegislationLegal AdviceGeneral LitigationPrivacy LawHuman Rights LawEmployment LawCommercial DisputesFOI

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete rotations through DTP’s three legal branches: Public Law and Information Access, Commercial and Operations, and Legislation
Provide advice under guidance and supervision on statutory interpretation, administrative law, employment law, human rights law, FOI and privacy, legislative drafting, commercial law and commercial disputes
Support management of general litigation
Draft contracts and legislation
Conduct legal research and analysis
Work collaboratively with Legal and the wider Department
Apply initiative, attention to detail and feedback while developing legal skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed Australian tertiary qualification in Law
Graduated, or be due to graduate, from an Australian or New Zealand University between 1 December 2024 and 31 January 2027
Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or holder of a valid visa with full working rights for the required period
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks
Strong research and analytical skills
Clear and confident communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability and willingness to learn across different areas of law
Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with colleagues, clients and stakeholders
Ability to manage competing tasks and meet deadlines
Initiative and sound judgement, with ability to seek guidance on unfamiliar or complex matters
Excellent computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office
Admitted, or eligible to be admitted, as a lawyer in Victoria (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Superannuation
Tailored learning, mentoring and professional development
Practical experience and career development in public service
Opportunities to visit real project sites
Flexible interview attendance (in person or virtually, depending on location and hiring manager requirements)
Inclusive and supportive workplace
Two-year fixed-term graduate program