We are seeking to appoint an Associate to support her Honour Judge Hinchey at the County Court of Victoria in the Common Law Division.

The County Court of Victoria has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law and commercial matters each year. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

Her Honour Judge Hinchey principally sits in the Common Law Division and is the Judge in Charge of the Confiscation List.

As her Honour's associate, you will provide high level operational, administrative and technical legal support to Judge Hinchey both in chambers and in court and will work closely with either another associate or tipstaff. The work of the team sits within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment. Your role will involve case file management, a strong emphasis on communication at all levels and may include legal research and writing.

Ideally you will have demonstrated legal ability, a high level of attention to detail, excellent organisational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, the ability to exercise sound judgment and balance competing demands on your time and work well under pressure.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain legal experience whilst contributing to the administration of justice at the County Court of Victoria.

The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings in multiple regional locations throughout Victoria. Judge Hinchey and her staff usually undertake two such circuits of several weeks' duration each year.

A law degree and/or experience in Victorian legal practice will be viewed favourably. Recent law graduates, legal practitioners and candidates interested in a future at the Bar, are encouraged to apply.

Applications must be lodged online via the Careers Victoria website, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities.

How to Apply:

Your application must include:

• a cover letter outlining your interests and suitability for the role
• a current resume 
• a copy of your academic transcript, and
• comprehensive responses to the online application questions.

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. 

For any enquiries about this position please contact Sue Pearce, Judicial Staff Coordinator at Sue.Pearce@courts.vic.gov.au.

Interested candidates are also encouraged to visit the County Court website www.countycourt.vic.gov.au to find out more about the County Court's jurisdiction.

 Applications close: Wednesday 12 September 2024 at 11:59pm. Interviews will commence immediately.

 Late applications will not be accepted.

 Other information

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 formats, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the position contact listed in the position description.