• 18-month Fixed Term contract – $124,000 – $135,000 + Super
• Melbourne CBD location with hybrid WFH (3 days onsite / 2 WFH)
• Victorian Government Agency

This Victorian Government Agency is Data Privacy Manager to lead the approach to responsible data use, privacy compliance, and AI ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of privacy and AI ethics frameworks, policies, and processes.
• Oversee Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and ensure privacy-by-design principles are integrated across all digital and data initiatives.
• Advise Executives on privacy operations, compliance, and risks
• Promote ethical conduct in the development and deployment of AI systems
• Strengthen data protection strategies, including compliance with the Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (VPDSS)

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in data governance and privacy compliance, including managing privacy frameworks
• Proven understanding of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and Victorian Information Privacy Principles.
• Proven ability to manage privacy and AI-related risks, ensure compliance, and embed ethical standards
• CIPM or CIPT Certification (desirable).

What’s in it for you?

• 18-month Fixed Term contract – $124,000 – $135,000 + Super
• Melbourne CBD location with hybrid WFH (3 days onsite / 2 WFH)
• Victorian Government Agency

If this sounds like you, apply now or email Xavier at xavier.cusack@talentinternational.com

The Role

A State Government department is seeking a Legal Manager – Regulatory and Corporate to lead the Regulatory and Corporate Legal team within a large, complex legal and procurement function. The role provides expert legal advice across areas including regulatory powers, commercial law, administrative law, FOI, privacy, and statutory interpretation, supporting key strategic and compliance initiatives. You will manage a team of six legal professionals, ensuring timely and practical legal guidance that upholds governance and policy frameworks.

This is a permanent, ongoing position based in Melbourne CBD with hybrid flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team delivering high-quality legal and regulatory advice.
• Provide expert legal guidance on corporate, commercial and administrative law matters.
• Advise on statutory interpretation, privacy, FOI, and governance compliance.
• Oversee complex legal projects and develop strategic recommendations.
• Support decision-making across executive and senior leadership teams.
• Represent the department in administrative and legal proceedings where required.

About You

• Admitted to practice as an Australian Lawyer with a current or eligible unrestricted practising certificate in Victoria.
• Extensive experience in regulatory, corporate and administrative law, including FOI and privacy.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Proven ability to provide strategic legal advice and manage complex matters autonomously.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, collaborate and deliver in a complex regulatory environment.

If this sounds like you apply now or email Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com