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.

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

About the role

Justice Kidd is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his associate commencing in April/May 2025. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in civil and criminal appellate work in the Court of Appeal division of the Supreme Court of Victoria, and to closely observe the work of advocates and the judiciary. 

The duties of an associate are detailed in the attached position description but specifically include:

• assisting in the management and coordination of the Judge's judicial and administrative responsibilities;
• preparing research memoranda, case summaries and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing;
• clerking in Court, using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counsel;
• providing administrative assistance to the Judge during hearings and in chambers;
• assisting in managing the Judge's chambers; and
• accompanying the Judge to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.

The role requires a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism as you will be working closely with judicial officers, court staff, legal practitioners and members of the public.

About you

The successful applicant must be admitted to legal practice; 12 to 18 months post‑admission experience in criminal law is desirable but not essential. Excellent research, writing and typing skills, proficiency in grammar and a strong academic record are essential. One or more of: experience on the editorial committee of a university law journal; mooting; research work for an academic; and/or a higher degree in law, are preferred but not essential.

 To be successful in the role of associate to the Judge you will possess the following:

• demonstrated ability in legal research and writing;
• demonstrated ability in statutory interpretation;
• interpersonal and communication skills to confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in writing and in person to members of the legal profession, the public and the media;
• organisational and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment;
• excellent computer literacy and administrative experience;
• well-developed proofreading skills with proficiency in grammar; and
• an excellent academic record.

Applications comprising a cover letter, resume, a certified copy of your academic transcript and one recent example of a publication or other written relevant work should be submitted online, via the Victorian Government Careers website. The closing date for applications is midnight Monday, 21 April 2025. Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date.

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

For any enquiries regarding this expression of interest, please contact Rebekah Goulevitch (Judicial Services Coordinator, Court of Appeal and Criminal Division) on 8600 2122; email: rebekah.goulevitch@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.