Legal Policy Officer, County Court of Victoria
5 months ago
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / Ongoing Full time
Organisation: County Court
**Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762
Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media
Reference: VG/CC0119A
- Impact legal work: We engage in critical legal activities that respond to legislative reform and policy decision consultations. This role offers the opportunity to prepare high-level summaries, draft submissions, and provide expert advice on pertinent legal policy issues, making a tangible impact on the functioning of the Court and the broader legal landscape.
- Dynamic work environment: Be part of the Court’s Governance, People, Policy, and Communications Team at the County Court of Victoria, known for its commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. This role allows for active participation in various law reform consultations and representation on committees, providing a stimulating work environment and the chance to influence significant legal outcomes.
- Professional growth and benefits: Benefit from a role that supports professional development through hands-on experience in legal analysis, policy development, and stakeholder management.
**About Us**
The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.
There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.
The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.
**About the Role**
This role is instrumental in supporting the County Court of Victoria's mission to deliver the highest standard of justice and uphold the rule of law, fostering public confidence. Reporting directly to the Manager of Law Reform and Policy, you will play a crucial role within the Court's Governance, People, Policy, and Communications Team. Stakeholders for this position include government and non-government agencies, the judiciary, court staff, and the public. By crafting detailed summaries, drafting influential submissions, and providing expert legal advice, your contributions will directly influence legislative reforms and the court's strategic directions, enhancing the Court's ability to administer justice effectively.
**About You**
You will be responsible for several core tasks that are vital to the operation and success of the County Court of Victoria utilising your expertise in legal matters and policy development, ensuring that every day is engaging and impactful in maintaining the integrity and efficacy of the Court's operations.
A tertiary qualification in law is mandatory for this position. Your legal education will provide the foundational knowledge required to undertake the responsibilities of this role effectively.
Experience in legal practice is not strictly required however is highly regarded, as is exposure to legal analysis, particularly in statutory interpretation and government decision-making processes, will stand you in good stead.
**How to apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter
**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.
-
Legal Policy Officer, County Court of Victoria
5 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout Us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial...
-
Ehearings Support Officer, County Court of Victoria
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / Ongoing Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0117A - Utilise your technical skills and experience in the efficient running of a modern court facility. - Join a well established and experienced IT/AV team in a friendly working environment. - Ongoing...
-
Associate to Judicial Registrar Bales, County Court
2 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $76,817 - $85,048 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0330_A - Associate to her Honour Judicial Registrar Bales, County Court of Victoria - Highly sought after and exciting opportunity to join the County Court of Victoria as an Associate to Judicial Registrar Bales - Full...
-
Associate to Judicial Registrar Gurry, County Court
6 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / 12 months Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0991C - Exciting opportunity to join the County Court as an Associate to a Judicial Registrar (Common Law Division) - Full time, Fixed term for 12 months - Commencing salary of $74,580 (VPS Grade 3.1) +...
-
Case Allocation Coordinator, County Court of
2 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / until 4 November 2025 Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $95,102 - $107,905 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0252A - Working in a team environment, prepare and allocate criminal division cases to the judiciary - Make arrangements for, and utilise resources including courtrooms and video links -...
-
Associate to Her Honour Judge Ryan, County Court of
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / Ongoing Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0959B - Ongoing Full time role, VPS 3.1, Melbourne Based **About us** The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is...
-
Fleet and Administration Officer, County Court
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / Ongoing Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $84,166 - $90,558 Occupation: Facilities Management Reference: VG/CC1165B **About Us** The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State...
-
Judicial Registrar
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / Five year appointment Organisation: County Court **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC1243 **About Us** The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State...
-
Associate to Her Honour Judge Marich, County Court
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / Ongoing Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0195 - Full Time, Ongoing, VPS grade 3.1 position **About the role** We are seeking to appoint an ongoing full time Associate to support Her Honour Judge Marich for immediate commencement. Her Honour...
-
Ehearings Support Officer, County Court of Victoria
5 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout Us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial...
-
Case Allocation Coordinator, County Court of
5 months ago
Melbourne, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Court Services Victoria **Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CS0253 - Allocate cases to Judges state-wide in accordance with Listing and Allocations protocol(s). - Make arrangements for and allocate resources required including assigning a court room, technology...
-
Associate to Her Honour Judge Robertson, County
6 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0222 - Highly sought after and exciting opportunity to join the County Court of Victoria as an Associate in the Common Law and Commercial Divisions - Full time, Ongoing - $74,580 per annum + 11% superannuation (VPS...
-
Case Allocation Coordinator, County Court of
5 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 11,000 criminal, common law and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial...
-
Associate to Her Honour Judge K Bourke, County
3 weeks ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $76,817 - $85,048 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/CC0985F - Exciting opportunity to join the County Court of Victoria as an Associate in the Common Law Division - Highly sought after position to work closely with Judge K Bourke to provide high level administrative and...
-
Associate to Her Honour Judge Ryan, County Court of
5 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial...
-
Associate to Judicial Registrar Bales, County Court
2 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAssociate to her Honour Judicial Registrar Bales, County Court of Victoria - Highly sought after and exciting opportunity to join the County Court of Victoria as an Associate to Judicial Registrar Bales - Full time, Ongoing - Commencing salary of $76,817 + Superannuation (VPSG3.1) About Us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County...
-
Legal Policy Officer
7 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout Us Court 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...
-
Registrar - Commercial Division, County Court of
5 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 11,000 criminal, common law and commercial cases each year. The Commercial Division consists of any proceeding involving disputes concerning...
-
Associate to His Honour Judge Wise X 2, County
6 months ago
Melbourne, Australia County Court Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: County Court **Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/C00135_C00136 - Two ongoing, full-time, VPS 3.1 Associates positions We are seeking to appoint two ongoing full-time Associates to support his Honour Judge Wise. His Honour currently sits in the Court's Commercial...
-
Case Allocation Coordinator, County Court of
2 months ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full timeAbout Us The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial...
