Reference: VG/SC0250DR
Salary Range: $76,817 - $85,048
• Full time, ongoing role• $76,817 per annum + 11.5% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position)• Role based in the Melbourne CBD
About Us 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.
About the Role The Honourable Justice Fox is seeking a legally qualified individual to be her Associate with an estimated commencement date in February 2025. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.
Excellent writing skills and a strong academic record are essential, along with personal qualities suitable for liaising with the profession and members of the public. An individual with up to two years' post-graduate experience and/or an interest in criminal law would be advantageous.
Duties include: Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining Court records and preparing material for use by the judge in Court;Preparing research and briefing memoranda and assisting in the production of judgments, papers and presentations, including proofreading and editing;Speaking in Court - empanelling juries, taking verdicts and arraigning the accused;Jury keeping duties during trial;Liaising with Court staff, the public, the media and the profession.For further details, please review the attached position description.
How to apply Candidates should familiarise themselves with the attached position description and submit an application which includes a:
resume;copy of their academic transcript.This should be submitted online, through the Victorian Government Careers website. Applicants are not required to separately address the key selection criteria. The closing date for applications is midnight, Friday 24 January 2025. Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date.
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 require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch by calling to speak with a People Services Advisor.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Supreme Court job application system.
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