Associate to Fcfcoa Judge

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Federal Court of Australia Full time

**Job Overview**
The Associate is part of a team assisting a Judge in the day to day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Associate is to manage chambers and to supervise the Deputy Associate.

**Key Responsibilities and Duties**
- Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
- Supervise the work of the deputy associate.
- Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing.
- Ensure the court’s case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments.
- Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders.
- Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices.
- Other duties as required.

**Selection Criteria**
- Demonstrated legal research, analysis and drafting skills underpinned by good attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to prepare briefing materials, well-drafted correspondence and case summaries.
- Problem solving skills and the ability to evaluate a large volume of information quickly and to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Initiative to work autonomously and take responsibility for progressing work while also being able to work collaboratively, build and maintain positive professional relationships and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
- Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including the use of electronic legal resources and the ability to learn and use the Court’s case management systems.
- The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
- A high standard of ethical behaviour.

**Other Requirements**
- Legal qualifications is desirable.
- Ability to undertake legal research as required by the Judge.
- The ability to travel on circuits as required.

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