Legal Research Officer, Legal Services, Victorian Civil And Administrative Tribunal

• VPS-3 Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Melbourne CBD location
• Opportunity to utilise your legal research skills
About Us The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) is a justice service that resolves a wide range of disputes for the Victorian community, including renting, planning, and consumer disputes. VCAT is committed to delivering an accessible service for all Victorians and is transforming our digital products and services to make it faster, easier, and more convenient for people to come to the tribunal.
About the Role This role will involve work to support the Deputy President, Legal and Policy as a member of the Governance and Legal team. This role will provide accurate administrative and clerical support associated with complex multi-day cases, jurisdictional issues, and reconstitution applications across VCAT.
The Legal Research Officer will support the tribunal by conducting independent legal research, assisting with evidence analysis, and aiding in the preparation of decision drafts. This role involves supporting the Deputy President, Legal and Policy in managing a list of cases, providing hearing support, and observing or assisting in hearings. The position is suited for individuals with a strong interest in the administration of justice, particularly those with experience in litigation or a background in legal policy.
How to apply Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
resume a short cover letter 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 with the Position Contact listed in the Position Description.
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