Trust Officer, Supreme Court of Victoria

1 week ago


Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time
About us

Funds in Court (FIC) is a self-funded division of the Supreme Court of Victoria, managing funds paid into Court, primarily for people under a legal disability (beneficiaries).

All funds are held, invested and administered by the Associate Judge of the Court who is the Senior Master. FIC provides support and services for over 6500 beneficiaries.

The Beneficiary Services Section of FIC provides advice and support services to the Senior Master, the Judicial Registrar and Office staff concerning the administration of funds for beneficiaries.

The Trust Officer is primarily responsible for providing quality customer service, information and operational support for the effective dispatch and administration of court ordered funds for beneficiaries.

Trust Officers assist beneficiaries to access their funds, either to purchase an item, for daily expenses or for larger transactions such as house and vehicle purchases.

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a portfolio of clients under legal disability with a professional and client centric approach, and an ability to empathise with their social and financial needs and circumstances.
  • Provide accurate and timely responses to enquiries and concerns.
  • Be accessible and responsive to the beneficiaries and their everchanging needs.

Benefits:

  • An opportunity to assist highly vulnerable people in a meaningful and fulfilling way.
  • Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
  • Sociable and collegiate environment with an emphasis on a balanced lifestyle.
  • Convenient CBD location close to Flagstaff Station.
  • Active Social Committee.


At FIC, we continually strive to create a high performance workplace that is characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility and quality delivery.

This is a full-time, fixed term position for 12 months.
About you

  • Possess a positive, cando attitude with strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of disability services, including DHHS, NDIS, Centrelink, OPA, VCAT.
  • Experience working in the disability sector and/or trustee industry.
  • Ability to build strong and trusted relationships with beneficiaries.
  • Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • High level organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work requirements.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude towards people with a disability, including with a mental illness, and the families, friends and carers that support them.
How to apply
- resume
- a short covering letter

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.



  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking a Project Officer to work closely and collaboratively with project team members and business stakeholders to assist in the delivery of projects within the Business Process Redesign and Automation Program, whilst reporting to the Senior Program and Project Manager.To be successful in this role you should be able to...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About UsThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About UsCourt Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking a Records Assistant to assist with the appraisal and disposal of Supreme Court legacy records.Archives Services is a small team within the Supreme Court that is responsible for the archiving of Court records.In this role you will appraise, dispose and transfer Supreme Court records.Duties include: Under the direction...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About UsThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About usThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    Victoria's highest Court is seeking a motivated individual to join the Court of Appeal Registry as a Registry Administration Officer. The Registry Administration Officer (Court of Appeal) primarily supports the Judicial Registrar, Deputy Registrar (Administration) and the Senior Registry Officers in maintaining the day to day operations of the Court of...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking an individual to work in the Probate Office in provision of client services and administrative support from 10 July November 2023.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in a fast paced service driven environment, working closely with other members of the Probate Office to...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About usThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State of Victoria Full time

    Legal Officer x2, Funds in Court, Supreme Court of VictoriaProvide specialist advice and recommendations to the Senior Master and Judicial Registrar regarding a wide variety of legal matters affecting beneficiaries and their families and carers, including trusts, human rights, disability, property, and domestic building law Verify compliance with orders of...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government Of Victoria, Australia Full time

    Legal Officer x2, Funds in Court, Supreme Court of Victoria (VPSG4)Job posted: 06/06/2024 Provide specialist advice and recommendations to the Senior Master and Judicial Registrar regarding a wide variety of legal matters affecting beneficiaries and their families and carers, including trusts, human rights, disability, property, and domestic building law ...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State of Victoria Full time

    Legal Officer x2, Funds in Court, Supreme Court of Victoria•Provide specialist advice and recommendations to the Senior Master and Judicial Registrar regarding a wide variety of legal matters affecting beneficiaries and their families and carers, including trusts, human rights, disability, property, and domestic building law• Verify compliance with...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full time

    Legal Officer x2, Funds in Court, Supreme Court of Victoria (VPSG4)Job posted:06/06/2024Provide specialist advice and recommendations to the Senior Master and Judicial Registrar regarding a wide variety of legal matters affecting beneficiaries and their families and carers, including trusts, human rights, disability, property, and domestic building law...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking for a Technical Support Officer who will assist the department in the development and support of technology solutions and services based on the needs of the Supreme Court (the Court).The role will focus on but not limited to hardware and software support within the Court. The role will require the development of sound...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About usThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About usFunds in Court (FIC) is a self-funded division of the Supreme Court of Victoria, managing funds paid into Court, primarily for people under a legal disability. All funds are held, invested, and administered by the Associate Judge of the Court who is the Senior Master. FIC provides support and services for over 7,000 persons under 'legal disability'...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About UsThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    About usThe Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    A rare opportunity exists to work within the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The chambers consists of Judges, Judicial Registrars, associates, tipstaves and staff in the civil and criminal jurisdictions. This secretary role will support a variety of judicial officers of the Court of Appeal.Duties include:- transcription of legal and medical...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

    The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, the Honourable Anne Ferguson, seeks expressions of interest from qualified persons for appointment as a Judicial Registrar of the Supreme Court.Judicial Registrars are members of the Court, appointed by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Attorney-General. All expressions of interest are...