Deputy Associate To Judge Ladhams
2 weeks ago
The role of the Deputy Associate is to assist the Associate and deputise for them when they are on leave.
This role also assists with the preparation of Court materials for the judge and involves undertaking legal research and assisting with judgment preparation as required.
Key Responsibilities and Duties The Deputy Associate works closely with the Associate.
The role of the Deputy Associate includes, but is not limited to: Undertaking complex legal research, writing and proof reading as required.
Attending court, including providing administrative assistance in the court room.
Assisting the Associate in the day-to-day management of chambers (including the preparation of correspondence, liaising with practitioners and court staff, using the Court's case management system and assisting with docket management).
Managing chambers in the absence of the Associate.
Preparing Court Orders.
Attending to other duties as required.
Selection Criteria The Deputy Associate should meet the following criteria: Completed or have made substantial progress towards an LLB or JD or graduate with a credit plus average.
Candidates should provide copies of all academic transcripts with their application.
Demonstrated ability to undertake legal research and legal writing.
Strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to communicate with people at all levels.
Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure in a team environment.
The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities and participate in collective work practices.
Demonstrated high-level keyboard skills and ability to use relevant software applications including Microsoft Office applications and the Internet.
A high standard of ethical behaviour, tolerance, diligence and the ability to work as a member of a small team.
Eligibility Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following: Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.
Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.
Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply, but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
Recruit Ability Recruit Ability applies to this vacancy.
Under the Recruit Ability scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Notes and Contact Officer Interested persons should submit their application by 18 October 2024.
Applicants are asked to provide a curriculum vitae, all academic statements and a brief (2 page) written statement outlining why they seek employment with the Court and what attributes they believe they bring to the position.
For more information, please contact Donna Friedl by email .
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