associate to the hon justice sweeney

2 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Supreme Court of Western Australia Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Job Description
ASSOCIATE TO THE HON JUSTICE SWEENEY

Salary: Level 2.4 under the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024

Applications are invited for two positions as Associate to the Honourable Justice Sweeney at

the Supreme Court of Western Australia, Court of Appeal.

One associateship will commence on 10 November 2025 and the other in January 2026.

The advertised positions are contracted to 31 December 2026, with the possibility of an

extension for a further 12 months.

Prospective Applicants Should Possess The Following Attributes
 A law degree, or nearly completed law degree;

 A high level of academic achievement (Honours or equivalent is desirable, but not

essential);

 High-level research, analytical and editorial skills;

 Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake legal research and produce written work

for a Judge. There are also requirements to carry out administrative functions in preparation

for Court sittings and to attend in Court and act as a Judicial Support Officer.

Service in this position may fulfil the work experience component of Practical Legal Training

courses approved by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia. Applicants should make

their own enquiries in this regard. Applicants who are already admitted lawyers and would

welcome the experience of working as an Associate are also encouraged to apply.

When considering whether this role is right for you, it is important to consider the jurisdiction

of the Supreme Court. The Court deals with serious criminal offences, including homicide

offences, as well as High Risk Serious Offenders. In the course of their duties, Associates will

encounter materials (including but not limited to photographs, videos, written statements, and

oral evidence) associated with these charges. This material may be confronting and/or

distressing. The Court is committed to reducing exposure to these materials for staff wherever

possible and the Department of Justice offers services and resources to support staff.

Applications Should Include a
 covering letter;

 curriculum vitae; and

 current academic transcript (or a certified copy).

If your application is sent by email, please scan your academic transcript. You may be required

to bring the original if you are invited to attend an interview.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and graduates are encouraged to apply.

Please Send Application By Email To
Mr Cameron Dunlop

Acting Associate to the Hon Justice Sweeney

Supreme Court of Western Australia

28 Barrack Street

PERTH WA 6000

Email:

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 12.00 PM ON FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER 2025

Firm or Organisation NameSupreme Court of Western AustraliaContact NameMr Cameron DunlopEmail LevelLaw Student, Graduate - Pre-admission, Post-admissionSectorLegal servicesCountryAustraliaStateWestern Australia

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