Associate to The Honourable Justice Gorton, Supreme

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Supreme Court of Victoria Full time

Location:
Melbourne | CBD

Job type:
Full time / 12 months

Organisation:
Supreme Court of Victoria

Salary:
Salary not specified

Occupation:
Legal

Reference:
VG/SC0191B

  • Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton Supreme Court of Victoria
  • Full time, fixed term role
- $73,842 per annum + 11% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position)

  • Role based in the Melbourne CBD

About the role
The Honourable Justice Gorton is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his Associate. The role is for an initial period of 12 months, with the possibility for extension.


The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, personal qualities suitable.

strong academic record, are essential. Two years post-graduation experience is desirable.

Duties include:

  • Assisting with the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing
  • Clerking in court
  • Reviewing files and orders
  • Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining court records and preparing material for use by the judge in court
  • Preparing research memoranda
  • Travelling on circuit when required
  • Liaising with court staff, the public, the media and the profession.

How to apply

Applications comprising:
- cover letter
- resume
- copy of academic transcript

should be submitted online, through the Victorian Government Careers website. Applicants are not required to separately address the key selection criteria.

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.

Other Information:


Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria.

CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits.


CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women.

We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.



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