Associate to Associate Justice Catherine GobboJob posted: 17/01/2025
• Full-time, ongoing role
• $76,817 + 11.5% superannuation (VPS 3.1 position)
• In person role based in the Melbourne CBD
The Honourable Associate Justice Catherine Gobbo seeks a highly motivated, legally qualified individual with relevant post-admission experience to be her next associate.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and mentorship from a leading commercial law expert by observing a variety of civil matters, including complex interlocutory applications and trials.
Her Honour predominately presides over matters in the Commercial Court however has a small generalist case load and facilitates judicial mediations across various areas of law, ensuring broad exposure for the successful candidate.
It is anticipated the successful candidate will commence in March or April of 2025.
These are busy judicial chambers so to succeed in this role, you must have initiative, be adept to working in a fast paced environment meeting competing deadlines, and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, research, time management and drafting skills.
Additionally, the role requires strong attention to detail, superior written and oral communication skills, personal qualities suitable for liaising with the profession and public, and a sound academic record.
Duties include: Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining court records and preparing material for use by the judge in court;Clerking in court and drafting orders;Liaising with court staff, the public and the profession;Legal research;Proofreading and fact-checking;Assisting with the production of judgments;Assisting in judicial mediations.How to Apply: Applicants should familiarise themselves with the attached position description and submit an application comprising the following by selecting the 'apply now' button:
Resume; andA copy of their academic transcript.Applicants are not required to address the key selection criteria separately.
The closing date for applications is midnight, Monday 3 February 2025.
General Information: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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and foster diversity in the workplace.
The Supreme Court of Victoria provides a comprehensive employee benefit program and the opportunity to participate in professional growth and development.
Job type:Full time
Job classification:VPSG3.1
Contact:For any enquiries regarding this position, please contact Letischa Bien, Judicial Services Coordinator on 0438 945 937 or ******
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