Supreme Court Associate

Job Description

Reference: VG/SC1121DR Salary Range: $76,817 - $85,048 Opportunity Join the Supreme Court of Victoria as an Associate Demonstrate your strong legal research and organisational skills for Judicial Registrar Baker Full-time ongoing, VPS3.1, Melbourne CBD location 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 characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery. About the Role Judicial Registrar Baker seeks a highly organised legally qualified individual to be his Associate. The successful candidate will have a strong academic record, excellent written and oral communication skills, organisational skills, and the ability to work in a team environment. The Associate must provide high-level legal support and administrative services in chambers and within the courtroom, running high-volume common law specialist lists and interlocutory proceedings on referral. About You The role requires excellent time management skills, an ability to prioritise workload, a strong customer service focus, and a capacity to communicate at all levels. The successful candidate will be legally qualified and have strong legal research skills, interpersonal skills, and organisational skills. Post admission experience is preferred. Duties include: Necessary administration and case management Legal research Clerking in court (including virtually) Liaising with practitioners, court staff, and members of the public Electronic document management Managing the Judicial Registrar's diary Assisting judicial mediations Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date. How to Apply Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application: Resume Academic transcript Other Information CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply. We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to contact 03 9032 0500 to speak with a People Services Advisor. To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Supreme Court job application system. #J-18808-Ljbffr