Client Support Officer, Funds in Court, Supreme
2 days ago
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / Ongoing
Organisation: Supreme Court
**Salary**: $84,166 - $90,558
Occupation: Community Services
Reference: VG/SC0667E
- Effectively manage a small caseload / portfolio of beneficiaries providing timely and efficient funds administration services for persons under disability to achieve Client Services standards and provide backup support across the Trust Administration Section as required.
- Liaise with and maintain effective communication networks with internal and external peers and colleagues.
- Submit well researched, comprehensive memoranda along with sound recommendations for consideration by the Senior Master or other Associate Judges and the Judicial Registrar.
- Maintain current, accurate records in the Trust Management System [TMS], including completion of filing on a regular basis and meeting relevant audit requirements.
- Proactively engage in training and professional development to maintain high-level knowledge of issues relevant for persons under disability. This includes maintaining knowledge of the procedural and practical requirements of Funds in Court.
**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 characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.
**About the role**
The Client Support Officer is a member of the Client Services Team and is accountable for services arising from day-to-day dealings with persons under ‘legal disability' (beneficiaries) and carers and, in particular, in respect of their requests to access funds in Court. The position must balance and negotiate such requests and expectations with requirements set by the Judiciary.
**About you**
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Supreme Court Act 1986, Trustee Act 1958, the Guardianship and Administration Act 1986 and the Rules of Court, as it impacts upon the administration of funds in Court for persons under disability.
- Highly developed work organisation skills with the capacity to set meaningful priorities within a changing environment, paying particular attention to detail in all undertakings with the ability to balance competing priorities.
- Well-developed financial literacy skills.
- Experience in the trustee or related industry would be highly regarded.
**How to apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter
**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.
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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