Associate to The Honourable Justice Mcdonald

3 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Supreme Court Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / Ongoing

Organisation: Supreme Court

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

Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/SC1137F
- Full time
- $76,817 per annum + 11% superannuation (VPS Grade 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 McDonald is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his Associate commencing in late 2024.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. 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 For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.

**About You**
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in person, and via written communication to members of the legal profession, the public and the media are essential to this role.
- Excellent proofreading and writing skills, proficiency in grammar and an excellent academic record is essential.
- Qualified in Law. Two years post qualification experience is highly desirable.

**How to apply**

*** Please note that this position is being readvertised and previous applicants need not apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter
- academic transcript

**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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