Associate to The Honourable Justice Priest and The

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Supreme Court Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Supreme Court

**Salary**: $76,817 - $85,048

Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/SC1173A
- Full time, ongoing
- $76,817 per annum + 11.5% superannuation (VPSG 3.1 position)
- Role based in the Melbourne CBD

**About Us**

The 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 and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. We continually strive to create a high-performance workplace that is characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.

**About the Role**

The Honourable Justice Priest and the Honourable Justice Beach are seeking a legally qualified individual to be their associate to start in late November 2024. The successful applicant will gain valuable experience in civil and criminal appellate matters in the Court of Appeal division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Duties of an associate include:

- assisting in the management and coordination of the Judges' judicial and administrative responsibilities;
- preparing research memoranda and case summaries, and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing;
- clerking in court, and using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counsel;
- assisting in managing the Judges' chambers; and
- accompanying the Judges to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.

**About You**

The successful applicant will be admitted to legal practice, and subsequent employment experience is desirable. Excellent research, writing skills and strong academic credentials are essential. One or more of: experience on the editorial committee of a university law journal; mooting; research work for an academic; and/or a higher degree in law, are preferred.

To be successful in the role, you will possess the following:

- demonstrated ability in legal research, writing and statutory interpretation;
- strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism;
- excellent computer literacy;
- well-developed proofreading skills; and
- an excellent academic record.

The role requires a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism as you will be working closely with Judges, court staff, legal practitioners, and members of the public.

**How to apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter
- a certified copy of your academic transcript
- two recent samples of relevant written work

Applicants are not required to separately address the key selection criteria.

**Other information**

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

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