Associate to a Supreme Court Judge, Supreme Court

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / 12 months

Organisation: Court Services Victoria

**Salary**: $72,751 - $88,336

Occupation: Legal

Reference: VG/SC0740B
- Full time, fixed term role(s)
- $72,751 per annum + 10.5% superannuation (VPS Grade 3 position)
- Role based in the Melbourne CBD

A Judge of the Supreme Court of Victoria is seeking a legally qualified individual to be their associate, commencing January 2023. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a multifaceted, dynamic role, within the Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. Admission to practice is not essential.

Experience or interest in public law and administrative law is desirable. Some post admission experience in a law firm or similar is an advantage, but is not essential.

The position will be for a period of 12 months.

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 these roles. As are excellent proofreading skills, proficiency in grammar and an excellent academic record.

Duties include:

- Performing administrative tasks within the judge's chambers and administrative assistance to the judge during hearings;
- Preparing research memoranda and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing;
- Liaising with Court staff, the public and the profession;
- Clerking in court; and
- Accompanying the Judge to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.

Please also review the attached position description.

To apply:
Applications comprising:

- cover letter;
- resume; and
- copy of academic transcript

should be submitted online, through the Victorian Government Careers website.

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

For any enquiries regarding these positions, please contact Alette Rennie on 0429 042 819.

**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.

Employees of Court Services Victoria are required to comply with any applicable government pandemic order, as well as any policy implemented by Court Services Victoria, in relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19. It is a condition of any offer of employment that applicants for vacant roles with Court Services Victoria agree to comply with any applicable pandemic order or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations.

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.



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