About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'.

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

The Coroners Court of Victoria (CCOV) is responsible for:

- Independently investigating deaths and fires.
- Reducing preventable deaths.
- Promoting public health and safety and the administration of justice.

Why join CCOV

Working at CCOV offers:

- the opportunity to be part of team that contributes to work of real significance to the Victorian community
- a meaningful role in a unique judicial environment
- flexible and innovative work practices that support balance between work and family life
- a workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, safety and respect
- attractive salary and access to training and development opportunities

About the Role

Launch your legal career with the Coroners Court of Victoria and contribute to work that makes a real difference to the Victorian community.

As a Graduate Solicitor in the Legal Services team, you will support Coroners and experienced legal practitioners in the investigation of deaths and fires, helping advance CCOV's vision of reducing preventable deaths. Working closely with Coroner's Solicitors, Senior Legal Counsel and Principal In-House Solicitors, you will gain exposure to a broad range of legal, research and case management work in a unique judicial environment.

Key responsibilities include:

- Assisting with the preparation of coronial matters for inquest.




- Reviewing, analysing and summarising complex briefs of evidence.
- Conducting legal research and preparing research memoranda.
- Drafting legal correspondence, court documents and findings under supervision.
- Maintaining accurate case records and documentation throughout investigations.
- Supporting case management and administrative processes.
- Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Attending court hearings and meetings as required.

About You

As the successful candidate, you will be a legal skilled with exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.

You will also demonstrate the ability to:

- Apply critical judgement to undertake legal research and analysis and prepare advice in relation to legal matters.
- Effectively manage a caseload of matters ensuring timelines are met and quality standards are maintained.

It is a requirement that the incumbent is admitted to practise (or eligible to be admitted) as a Legal Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

How to apply

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

- Resume
- a short cover letter
- a short response to the following wellbeing question (in addition to the two pages above):

The Coroners Court is an environment that can expose staff to images, case history, testimony and behaviour that can cause stress and/or distress at times.

Question: Please describe a time when you noticed you were finding it hard to let go of work (mentally)



at the end of the day? What do you think the reason was and what strategies did you employ to try to leave the working day behind?

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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

The coronial jurisdiction is a sensitive and demanding environment. Employees may be exposed to challenging material and interactions with families and loved ones experiencing distress. CCOV is committed to psychological safety and provides programs, services and support to help employees manage these demands.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.

Job details

Job Reference: VG/C01361NS
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Legal
Classification: VPSG3
Salary Range: $81,496 - $98,955
Job Duration: 10 months
Date posted: 07-Aug-2026
Application Close Date: 21-Aug-2026
Attachments: (PDF, 1.05MB)
Position Description

Contact:

Lauren Bedggood

[email protected]

📌 Graduate Solicitors (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne