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 jurisdictions own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver advantages more broadly.

SCV

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 Associate Justice Hetyey and Associate Justice Fary are seeking a highly motivated, legally qualified individual with relevant post-admission experience to serve as their Associate. This is a shared Associate position, providing support to both Judicial Officers and the opportunity to work across two chambers.

Working closely with both Associate Justices,



the successful candidate will gain unparalleled insight into the judicial decision-making process and be exposed to a wide variety of civil litigation matters. The role encompasses proceedings in the Commercial Court, including complex interlocutory disputes and trials, together with exposure to broader areas of law through a generalist caseload and judicial mediations. This unique dual-Chambers position offers outstanding professional development, varied legal experience and mentorship from two respected Judicial Officers.

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.

About you

The role is will be available mid-late November. These are both busy judicial chambers, so to succeed in this role, you must have initiative, be adept at working in a fast-paced environment, meet competing deadlines, and 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.

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:

- Cover letter;
- Resume; and
- A copy of their academic transcript

Applicants are not required to address the key selection criteria separately.

Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date.

For any enquiries regarding this position, please contact Sarah Jacobson, Judicial Services Coordinator on 0461 583 *** or **************@supcourt.vic.gov.au

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.

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.

📌 Associate to the Honourable Associate Justice Hetyey and Fary, Associate Judges' Chambers, Supreme Court of Victoria (CBD)
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