Coroner's Solicitor, Legal Services, Coroners Court
3 hours ago
**About usThe Coroners Court is responsible for**:
- Independently investigating deaths and fires. Reducing preventable deaths. Promoting public health and safety and the administration of justice.
The Legal Services unit assists Coroners with their investigations by analysing evidence, preparing draft findings, preparing matters for inquest and appearing as Counsel assisting the Coroner.
About the role
The Coroner's Solicitor is responsible for supporting the Coroner with their investigation into reportable deaths and fires by providing end to end legal case management and assistance. Core functions of the role are to:
- Undertake legal research and analysis and prepare complex legal reports, briefs, and correspondence. Work effectively with stakeholders and agencies to obtain additional information needed to support the coronial investigation. Provide high quality advice on sensitive and/or complex legal issues.
You can also read the attached ‘A Day in the Life of a Coroner's Solicitor' to find out more on what you can expect working at the Coroners Court.
- Undertake legal research and analysis and prepare high level advice in relation to legal matters. Effectively manage a high-volume caseload using your well
- developed abilities to prioritise and plan. Work collaboratively as part of a high performing team with a focus on service delivery and continuous improvement
How to apply
- resume
- A cover letter (not exceeding two pages) demonstrating the attributes and experience relevant to the role (see Key Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description). Please specify preference of ongoing or fixed term in your cover letter.
- A response to the following (in addition to the two pages above):
The Coroners Court is an environment that can expose staff to images, case history, testimony and behaviour that can cause stress and/or distress at times.Question: Please describe a time when you noticed you were finding it hard to let go of work (mentally) at the end of the day? What do you think the reason was and what strategies did you employ to try to leave the working day behind?
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.
**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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