• Work for The Supreme Court of Victoria (the ‘Court’) 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
  • Support Honourable Justice Watson in the management and co-ordination of their judicial, ceremonial, court management, administrative and legal research responsibilities
  • Full-time ongoing, VPS3.1, Melbourne CBD location

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 characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.

About the Role

The Honourable Justice Watson is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his Associate commencing in March 2025. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Duties include:

• Assisting with the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing
• Clerking in court
• Reviewing files and orders
• Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining court records and preparing material for use by the judge in court
• Preparing research memoranda
• Travelling on circuit when required 
• Liaising with court staff, the public, the media and the profession

About You

• Qualifications in Law
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in person, and via written communication to members of the legal profession, the public and the media are essential to this role
• Excellent proofreading and writing skills, proficiency in grammar and an excellent academic record is essential

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter
• 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 require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch by calling (03) 9032 0500 to speak with a People Services Advisor.